Auction Name: 2026 February 26 Historical Manuscripts & Texana Signature® Auction

Lot Number: 47294

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1936 Texas Centennial Group Lot. A small collection of memorabilia from the 1936 Texas Centennial Exposition in Dallas, a world's fair celebrating the 100th anniversary of Texas independence. The exposition, held at Fair Park, was one of the largest public events of the Great Depression, attracting more than 6 million people. It showcased Texas's industrial progress, cultural heritage, and vision for the future through grand Art Deco architecture and international exhibits. Includes:

Texas Centennial Exposition Dallas Booklet. Staple-bound souvenir booklet, 8 x 5 inches, featuring photographs of exhibits and pavilions across Fair Park.

Framed "Texas Centennial Celebrations" Advertisement. Printed promotional card reading "Planned for your Vacation in 1936," 6 1/4 x 3 inches (sight), framed to an overall size of 8 x 4 inches.

Texas Centennial Pegasus Logo. Framed image of the famous red flying horse, symbol of the Centennial and of Dallas's industrial rise, approximately 7 3/4 x 8 3/4 inches (sight), framed to an overall size of 9 x 11 inches.

Condition: Generally very good, with minor wear and light soiling to the booklet.

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