NYA of Illinois Exposition of Youth Poster - 1930s Federal Art Project Print #193400 (License: Personal Use)

This iconic Federal Art Project poster from the 1930s advertises the NYA (National Youth Administration) of Illinois’ “Exposition of Youth,” a week-long celebration of youth talent held May 5-10 at the International Amphitheatre in Chicago. The design features a dynamic orange silhouette of a boxer against a deep blue background, with elegant typography listing pageants, handcraft, music, sports, and admission prices. Produced under New Deal initiatives, it exemplifies American social realism and public arts advocacy during the Great Depression.

Used historically as promotional material for civic youth events; today, it appears in museum exhibits, digital archives, and educational resources about WPA art, Depression-era design, and youth programs. Matches user intent for historical posters, graphic design history, or NYA/WPA research.