The MacKaye Spectatorium with Iowa Pavillion in Foreground, Columbian Exposition 1893

Childe Hassam's "The MacKaye Spectatorium with Iowa Pavillion in Foreground, Columbian Exposition" is a watercolor painting created in 1893. It depicts a panoramic view of the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago, a significant event in American history. Hassam captures the grandeur of the MacKaye Spectatorium, a massive structure designed for theatrical productions, as well as the Iowa Pavilion in the foreground. The bustling crowds and the elegant architecture provide a glimpse into the vibrant energy of the exposition, showcasing Hassam's impressionistic style with loose brushstrokes and a focus on capturing the atmosphere of the moment.