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National Agricultural Exposition
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| Title | National Agricultural Exposition |
| Abstract | Framed (32 in. x 42.50 in.) color lithograph broadside (27.50 in. x 37.75 in.), titled "The National Agricultural Exposition, Kansas City, Missouri." Centrally featured in the picture is Exposition Hall, referred to as the Crystal Palace located at 13th and Kansas in Kansas City, Missouri. Other wording on the print includes "A 45 Day Wonder" as well as "Opens September 15th, Closes November 1st, 1887." The lower right hand corner has the statement: "This building is an industrial palace with 7 acres of floor space, special rates over all railroads. Dedication and opening address: September 15, 1887. Special days for cities, counties & states." The officers for the event are also listed. Published by Krebs Lithographic Company of Cincinnati, Ohio. |
| Notes | The MVO (Missouri Valley Oversize) collection contains various types of large size items. Included is art work such as paintings, sculpture, drawings and sketches; photographs, including composite pieces; posters; and other miscellaneous items. This item is currently hanging in the Missouri Valley Room. |
| Date | 1887 |
| Location | MVO-179F |
| Subject | Lithographs
Exhibitions
Exhibition posters
Agricultural exhibits
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| Local Subject | Exposition Building
Expositions
Crystal Palace
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| Illustrations | Yes |
| Item Type | Archival Material
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| Access This Item | This item is not available online. Appointments are required to view material in the MVO collection. Call 816.701.3427 or write lhistory@kclibrary.org. |
| Item ID | 218056 |
| CONTENTdm number | 37725 |
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