The Inauguration of Harold Washington Print

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A Historic Moment: The Inauguration of Harold Washington Relive the significance of this pivotal moment in American history with our beautifully framed print. "The Inauguration of Harold Washington", captured by Bettmann, commemorates the swearing-in ceremony where Charles Freeman administered the oath to Chicago's first African American mayor, attended by 3,000 esteemed guests at Navy Pier. This image is now available as a framed print. Perfect for anyone interested in history, politics or social justice.

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Photo Prints - Capture the historic moment of Harold Washington's inauguration as Chicago's first African American Mayor with this iconic photograph. 'The Inauguration of Harold Washington' (1983) by Bettmann from Fine Art Storehouse, captures the energy and significance of this pivotal event in American history. This photographic print is a powerful reminder of the progress made towards equality and justice.

Poster Prints - Experience history with our iconic poster print "The Inauguration of Harold Washington". This powerful image captures the momentous occasion when Judge Charles Freeman swore in Chicago's first African American mayor, Harold Washington. The ceremony was attended by 3,000 guests at Navy Pier on April 29, 1983. Printed from a reproduction of Bettmann's original photograph for Fine Art Storehouse, this poster print is a must-have for anyone interested in history and civil rights movements.

Metal Prints - Capture the historic moment of 'The Inauguration of Harold Washington' by Bettmann, now available as Metal Prints. This metal art piece features a pivotal event in Chicago's history, where Judge Charles Freeman swears in Mayor Harold Washington at Navy Pier amidst 3,000 guests. Elevate your space with durable and Metal Prints.

Canvas Prints - A Historic Moment: The Inauguration of Harold Washington Relive this pivotal moment in Chicago's history with our canvas print. Captured by Bettmann, "The Inauguration of Harold Washington" brings to life the swearing-in ceremony that marked a new era for the city as its first African American mayor took office. Printed on canvas and carefully crafted to preserve every detail, this piece is sure to inspire reflection and conversation in any room. A powerful tribute to progress and perseverance, it's a must-have for anyone who values history, diversity, and community.

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Premium Paradise Wooden Range A1 Premium Poster Frame (86x62cm) with A2 Poster (59x42cm) and mounted behind a white matt board to make your photo really stand out. FSC Certified and Rainforest Alliance Certified for environmental, social, and economic sustainably. High transparency tempered glass window with a smooth finished frame. Great for filling empty walls, decorating blank spaces, or creating eye-catching gallery walls. Frames arrive ready to hang. Sent with secure, protective packaging. Smooth wooden veneer mimics the real wood look and feel with ultra-durable scratch resistance tempered glass. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 58.8cm x 41.4cm (23.1" x 16.3")

Estimated Product Size is 86.6cm x 62cm (34.1" x 24.4")

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