September Evening Program
Presented by ULCC | Chicago Art Deco Society | Caxton Club
In 1933, Chicago staged what was up to that time the most forward-looking international exhibition in history. The 1933 Century of Progress World’s Fair looked to the future as one full of glowing promise and no technology loomed larger at the Fair than aviation. In Broken Icarus, author David Hanna tracks the inspiring trajectory of aviation leading up to and through the World’s Fair of 1933, as well as the field of flight’s more sinister ties to fascism domestic and abroad to present a unique history that is both riveting and revelatory.
Raised on the coast of Maine, David Hanna currently teaches history at Stuyvesant High School in New York. He is a recipient of the New York Times “Teachers Make a Difference Award” and the University of Chicago’s “Outstanding Educator Award.” Along with his new book: on the 1933 World’s Fair, Hanna is the author of two previous books, Rendezvous with Death: The Americans Who Joined the Foreign Legion in 1914 to Fight for France and for Civilization and Knights of the Sea: The True Story of the Boxer and the Enterprise and the War of 1812. Hanna is a member of the American Historical Association and has been a featured speaker at the Smithsonian and the Museum of Science & Industry.
The event will start with a cocktail reception (cash bar) at 5:30 PM followed by the program at 6:00 PM.
Book purchase Registering for the program will allow you the opportunity to purchase signed copies of Broken Icarus for $21.
Keepsake Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of Chicago Art Deco Society’s magazine on the 1933 Century of Progress.
Display A private collector will be displaying Italo Balbo-related items.
Transportation to the Union League Club at 65 West Jackson St., Chicago.
The Union League Club is easily accessible through many public transportation methods. Additionally, the following options are available for those who wish to travel by cab or car.
The Union League Club front desk offers a connection to cab service through Curb. The desk will call cabs for members and all guests while allowing riders to remain inside until the cab arrives. No curb side wait. Cabs will accept all payment forms, following the payment procedures you experience with a street-hailed cab.
If you are traveling by car, the Union League Club offers valet parking for Caxton events at $35.00. You must register and prepay in advance through the Caxton Club. Valet parking options will now be included as an option with all event registrations.
Spot Hero is an independent parking option, generally offering spots at the 318 S. Federal Street garage adjacent to the Union League Club. You may reserve and pay for a guaranteed parking spot through the Spot Hero app or website (spothero.com).
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