Exposition of Lewis's works at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition, Chicago.
On May 1, 1893, the opening of the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago featured works by Edmonia Lewis, including Hiawatha and Phyllis Wheatley. Her inclusion in this prominent global exhibition highlighted her enduring influence and the broadening appreciation for her sculptures. The Exposition afforded Lewis a platform to underscore her narratives of cultural heritage and freedom to a diverse audience, strengthening her legacy as a pioneering African American and Native American artist in the realm of international art.