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Envelope, Carnival Of Fun
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169899Description:
This object is from the Carnival of Fun, a four-day event that took place in Grand Rapids, Michigan based on a similar event in Rome, Italy. The first Carnival of Fun was held in October 1897 and included attractions and entertainments such as parades, music, acts, games and the election of a Carnival King and Queen. The event only happened once more, in 1898, and was on a larger scale, as it was felt to be a successful financial boost for the City. The event was greatly debated, as the press reported there was an increase in public drunkenness and arrests during the days of the Carnival and those following. There were local ministers and community members strongly opposed the event because of the resulting immoral behavior and so the event was never held again. This object is part of a small collection of pins, medals and ribbons that are souvenirs of Grand Rapids short-lived Carnival of Fun.Source: Grand Valley State University Special Collections WordPress https://gvsuspecialcollections.wordpress.com/2016/08/29/grand-rapids-carnival-of-fun/ Accessed: Feb. 2, 2018
