Through powerful storytelling, historic imagery, and thoughtful context this program examines the 1903 tragedy that forever changed fire safety standards in theaters and public spaces.
This is a Virtual Program.
The Iroquois Theatre fire was the deadliest theatre fire and the deadliest single-building fire in United States history until 9/11. On Wednesday, Dec. 30, 1903, a death-dealing blast of flame raced through the packed auditorium of the Iroquois Theatre in Chicago, causing the loss of over 600 lives and many injuries. It was a “standing room only” holiday matinee crowd, composed mostly of women, children, and teachers.
We are pleased to provide this program with the support of some of our neighboring libraries.
This program will be recorded. You will have up to two weeks to view it on https://www.youtube.com/user/elkgrovelibrary
AGE GROUP: | High School | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Virtual | Presentation/Lecture |
