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Sep 2024
8m 31s

Exploring the 1893 World's Fair

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In this episode, join a fictional family as they tour the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893 in Chicago. There families from all over the world came to marvel at the wonders of the modern age. What it might have been like for a family exploring the awe-inspiring exhibits, thrilling rides, and cultural displays? From the excitement of the first Ferris wheel ... Show More
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