The 1893 Exposition’s Adventures in Wonderland

In August of 1893, the Chicago Exposition slipped through a series of mirrors and found itself in a topsy-turvy world of absurdity and wonder. Only a girl by the name of Alice can guide the Exposition back to its prime reality . . . but which of the many Alice reflections is the real one?!

Gail Carriger Returns!

In 2026 we shall be joined again by special guest Gail Carriger, archaeologist and author of the the Parasol Protectorate, Finishing School series, and many more bestselling novels. 

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29 Weeks until the Exposition!

29 Weeks until the Exposition!

We are now 29 weeks away from passing through the looking glass into the 1893 Chicago Exposition turned topsy-turvy into a realm of absurdity, whimsy, and wonder! In another month we will be exactly half a year away so it is time to begin our weekly updates as we...

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Seven Months until the Exposition!

Seven Months until the Exposition!

We are now 30 weeks away from passing through the looking glass into the 1893 Chicago Exposition turned topsy-turvy into a realm of absurdity, whimsy, and wonder! In another month we will be exactly half a year away so it is time to begin our weekly updates as we...

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Nine Months until the Exposition!

Nine Months until the Exposition!

The countdown continues to June 12th 2026 when we shall welcome special guests Gail Carriger, UnWoman, Leanna Renee Hieber, and a number of other people who make Steampunk truly wonderful. Tickets for 2026 are selling, rooms are available to book, the exhibitor halls...

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