About: National Half Century Exposition and Lincoln Jubilee

The National Half Century Exposition and Lincoln Jubilee, also known as the National Half Century Anniversary Exposition and The Lincoln Jubilee : 50th Anniversary Celebration, was held in Chicago from August 22 to September 16, 1915, and celebrated the 50th anniversary of the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It was held at the Coliseum on Wabash Avenue and Fifteenth Street. Chicago businessman Anthony Overton participated and promoted his skin care products at the event. He launched his Half-Century Magazine the following year.