Harold Washington

Harold Washington Chicago Button Museum
Category
Chicago
Political
Additional Images
Harold Washington button back Chicago Button Museum
Sub Categories
Photographs
Image Description

Photo of Harold Washington.
Back Style
Locking pin
The Shape
Circle
The Size
2 inch
Year / Decade Made
1980s
Additional Information

Harold Washington was the first African-American mayor of Chicago from 1983-1987. He died while working in his office and left quite a legacy around Chicago, including the main Chicago Public Library, Harold Washington University, Harold Washington Park and the Harold Washington Cultural Center. Prior to becoming mayor, he served in the Illinois Legislature as a state senator and state representative.  He was also a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1981-1983. 
Catalog ID CH0020