“The Ferris Wheel Waltz-Polka” sheet music. [Image from Johns Hopkins University.]
Prof. Meyer’s digitization project to preserve sheet music associated with the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago includes an online archive of recordings, sheet music scores and lyrics. An associated musical album, which we reviewed here, has been released by Lake Forest College Press.
“The 125th Anniversary of The World’s Columbian Exposition: A Celebration” begins with a reception at 6:00 p.m. followed by lecture and discussion at 6:30 p.m. The event is $8 for museum members or $15 for the general public. Tickets can be purchased through the CHM.