1876 and 1976 saw the launch of two massive national celebrations originating in Philadelphia. The city hosted America’s first World’s Fair in 1876 during the nation’s centennial celebration. One hundred years later, Philadelphia did it all over again to celebrate America’s bicentennial birthday. Scholars Malgorzata Rymsza-Pawlowska and Susanna Gold discuss the impact these celebrations had on Philadelphia and what large, national celebrations have to say about our culture.
A collection of lectures featuring particularly prominent speakers, many of whom are guests to the university.
Centennial Celebrations in the City
