Pan American exposition shot glass 1901 Buffalo NY

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This is a great little shot glass from the 1901 Pan American Exposition held in Buffalo NY. This shot glass is in perfect condition, very thin glass etched with a Buffalo and the Pan American Exposition logo. At the base of the glass, hard to see in the photos, is written when you drink Do of me think. This glass is 2 1/2 inches tall and comes in the original case. It will ship for $4.00 The Pan-American Exposition was held in Buffalo, NY from May 1 to November 2, 1901 on a 342 acre site between Delaware Park Lake on the south, the New York Central railroad tracks on the north, Delaware Avenue on the east, and Elmwood Avenue on the west. The fair featured the latest technologies, including electricity, and attracted nearly 8 million people. A midway provided rides and other entertainment; athletic events took place at a specially constructed stadium.The African, Eskimo and Mexican Villages were among the attractions. Some states as well as South and Central American countries had their own buildings. The Electric Tower was illuminated nightly by thousands of colored bulbs and floodlights. On September 6, President William McKinley was shot outside the Temple of Music. He died eight days later at the home of John Milburn on Delaware Avenue. Teddy Roosevelt was inaugurated President at the Wilcox House on September 14, 1901.

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