1893 World's Fair in Chicago, Illinois
GPTKB entity
Statements (45)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:World's_Fair
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| gptkbp:architectural_style |
gptkb:Beaux-Arts
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| gptkbp:attendees |
Over 27 million
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| gptkbp:celebrates |
gptkb:Columbian_Exposition
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| gptkbp:closed |
October 30, 1893
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
Influenced future expositions
Showcased technological advancements Promoted American culture |
| gptkbp:exhibitor |
Over 65 countries
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| gptkbp:famous_landmark |
gptkb:Ferris_wheel
gptkb:Palace_of_Fine_Arts Electricity Building Manufactures and Liberal Arts Building |
| gptkbp:famous_person |
gptkb:George_Washington_Gale_Ferris_Jr.
gptkb:Daniel_Burnham |
| gptkbp:featured_exhibit |
gptkb:The_Midway_Plaisance
gptkb:The_Fisheries_Building gptkb:The_Machinery_Hall gptkb:The_Columbian_Guard gptkb:The_Woman's_Building The Transportation Building The Agricultural Building The Horticultural Building The Mining Building |
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1893 World's Fair in Chicago, Illinois
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| gptkbp:influenced |
City planning in Chicago
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| gptkbp:legacy |
Promotion of the arts
Advancement of science and technology Inspiration for future fairs Influence on urban design Economic impact on Chicago Cultural significance in American history Architectural influence on future buildings Civic pride in Chicago Historical documentation and preservation efforts Symbol of American progress Tourism boost for Chicago |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Chicago,_Illinois
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| gptkbp:notable_technology |
Use of electricity
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| gptkbp:opened |
May 1, 1893
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| gptkbp:sponsored_by |
gptkb:World's_Columbian_Exposition
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| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:The_White_City
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| gptkbp:year |
1893
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Benjamin_Harrison
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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