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1876 Centennial International Exhibition

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About 10 million visitors attended, equivalent to about 20% of the population of the United States at the time (though many were repeat visitors).


Exhibition Conceived in Crawfordsville, Indiana (1866)
  • John L. Campbell, a professor of mathematics, natural philosophy and astronomy at Wabash College, Crawfordsville, Indiana first suggested to Philadelphia's mayor that the United States Centennial be celebrated with an exposition in Philadelphia.
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Joseph R. Hawley named 
President of Exhibition 
Joseph R. Hawley Named President for 1876 Centennial Exhibition
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