Statements (47)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:art_exhibition
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Yoshitomo_Nara
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| gptkbp:attendance |
highest attendance for an exhibition in Australia at the time
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| gptkbp:attendees |
over 3 million
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| gptkbp:awards |
awarded medals for best exhibits
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| gptkbp:closing_date |
1956-10-31
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
showcased Australian culture to the world
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| gptkbp:duration |
6 months
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| gptkbp:events |
thousands of volunteers participated
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| gptkbp:exhibition |
gptkb:United_States_Pavilion
gptkb:art_exhibition gptkb:Soviet_Pavilion gptkb:Australian_Pavilion 200 acres over 30 countries modernist architecture focus on sustainable practices collaborations with local businesses positive feedback from attendees art, technology, and culture boosted tourism in Melbourne cultural performances and demonstrations restaurants and cafes on site influenced Australian art scene marked a turning point in Australian international relations. set a precedent for future World Expos in Australia April to October 1956 extensive security measures in place inspired future cultural events in Australia introduced new technologies in displays logistical challenges faced during setup souvenirs and memorabilia available for purchase special transport services provided |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
1956 Exhibition
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| gptkbp:launch_date |
1956-04-24
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| gptkbp:legacy |
influence on future exhibitions in Australia
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| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Melbourne,_Australia
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| gptkbp:media_coverage |
extensive international media coverage
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| gptkbp:opening_ceremony |
featured fireworks display
attended by Queen Elizabeth II |
| gptkbp:organizer |
Melbourne and Metropolitan Board of Works
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| gptkbp:publishes |
official guidebooks published
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| gptkbp:related_event |
gptkb:1956_Summer_Olympics
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| gptkbp:significance |
first major international exhibition in Australia
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| gptkbp:sponsor |
gptkb:Australian_Government
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| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:The_Olympic_Games
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