Among the Stucco, Staff, & History

Among the Stucco, Staff, & History

by | Jul 15, 2019

Presented by Andre M. Mahdi To go explore the 1893 Chicago Exposition is a great adventure, but to find a way avoid the crowds and still see all that it had to offer was almost impossible for one day. If you want a few shortcuts, hints, and even some lost gems come...
Violet Rays & Good Vibrations

Violet Rays & Good Vibrations

by | Jul 11, 2019

Violet Rays & Good Vibrations: Sex and Medicine in the Age of Tesla (18+) A discussion of the development and uses of the vibrator and violet wand in the late 1800’s. Presented by Alexei Bashkirov Join the only-slightly-mad scientist Alexei Bashkirov as he...
Zen and the Art of Prop Finishing

Zen and the Art of Prop Finishing

by | Jul 10, 2019

A discussion of how physics and human perception can be combined with craftsmanship to help create outstanding props. Presented by Alexei Bashkirov You know HOW to make those cool props, and you’ve got a good handle on finishes. But have you ever thought about...
The Women’s Building and Beyond

The Women’s Building and Beyond

by | Jul 9, 2019

The Women’s Building and Beyond: Women’s rights and Women’s work at the 1893 Columbian Exposition Presented by Debra Ann Miller This presentation will give an overview of the formation of World’s Congress Auxiliary, the Politics of the Women’s Building and its Board,...