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Irish Chair:
The Irish Village located on the Pike, the fairgrounds' entertainment district, was developed by a local St. Louis committee of prominent Irish Americans to highlight Ireland's industries, arts, education, and history.
Dating from the late eighteenth century and set to the Fair by the Irish Historical Society, this handcrafted pine chair was one of several authentic artifacts featured in the historical re-creation of the McKinley Cottage. Originally located in County Antrim, the cottage belongs to former President McKinley's great-grandfather, who was martyred for his participation in the Irish Rebellion of 1798. |