![]() The success of Chicago's 1933 Century of Progress exposition persuaded many that a fair in New York would stimulate local trade and industry long dampened by the lingering effects of the Great Depression. New York had not hosted a world's fair since the Crystal Palace exhibition of 1853 and the New York World's Fair planners were committed, according to one internal report, "to the building of the greatest international exposition in history." A massive promotional campaign was waged across the country and around the world, with hundreds of programs and events attracting widespread media coverage. territories, and over a thousand exhibitors, among them some of the largest corporations in the United States. Participation was unprecedented with close to 60 foreign nations, 33 states and U.S. With 45 million visitors during its two seasons, the Fair was the best-attended event of the first half of the 20th century. By every measurement - size, cost, attendance, publicity, foreign government participation, number of exhibitors - it outranked every previous international fair. The New York World's Fair of 19, held in Flushing Meadows in the Borough of Queens, is widely regarded as the most spectacular exposition ever held in the United States. Participants included close to 60 nations, 33 states and U.S. The Fair commemorated the 150th anniversary of Washington's inauguration in New York City and took "Building the World of Tomorrow" as its central theme. The non-profit Fair corporation was formed in 1935 under the guidance of business and civic leaders, and financed through federal, state, municipal and private funds. The New York World's Fair of 19, was held in Flushing Meadows in the Borough of Queens. In addition to correspondence and memoranda, the collection consists of reports, minutes, financial and legal records, architectural plans, design drawings, sound recordings, brochures, leaflets, press releases and other promotional materials, notably over 12,000 photographs of the Fair, its exhibits and visitors. The records of the New York World's Fair 1939-1940 Incorporated present a comprehensive view of all aspects of the Fair including construction, maintenance and demolition of Fair facilities planning and development architecture and landscaping displays and exhibits government participation publicity and public relations amusements, entertainment and concessions legal and financial affairs the import and export of goods labor relations and public safety and welfare. Restrictions apply Portions of this collection have been digitized and are available online. ![]() New York World's Fair 1939-1940 records, Manuscripts and Archives Division, The New York Public Library Repository Manuscripts and Archives Division Access to materials Request an in-person research appointment. In partnership with Carleton University's Future of Journalism Initiative and journalism schools across Canada, Maclean's is striving to capture the richness of each life lost in elegant obituaries.Creator New York World's Fair 19 Incorporated Call number MssCol 2233 Physical description 1203.48 linear feet (2508 boxes, 42 volumes 12 sound recordings) Preferred Citation ![]() Our goal: to pay tribute to everyone who has died of COVID-19 in Canada, and every Canadian who has died of the disease abroad. They Were Loved is an obituary project to commemorate thousands of coronavirus victims, as well as to mark this historic moment in Canadian history. Public health guidance around social distancing has resulted in restrictions around traditional mourning customs and rituals-heart-wrenchingly, many were unable even to say goodbye. Canada has already lost more than 20,000 people to the pandemic, with the number ticking steadily upwards each of those losses has cascaded through families and communities, leaving many more thousands bereaved. The magnitude of COVID-19's impact on Canadians' lives is difficult to fathom. ![]()
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