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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:art_exhibition
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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4
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:1964_World’s_Fair
gptkb:1963_Tokyo_Exhibition
gptkb:1964_Tokyo_Exhibition
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gptkbp:architect
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gptkb:Edward_E._Carlson
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gptkbp:attendance
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Set attendance record for Seattle
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gptkbp:attendees
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Over 9 million
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gptkbp:closing_date
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October 21, 1962
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gptkbp:cultural_impact
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Promoted cultural exchange
Increased tourism in Seattle
Inspired future expos and fairs
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gptkbp:economic_impact
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Boosted local economy
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gptkbp:events
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Influenced the design of future expos
Inspiration for future urban parks
Led to the establishment of the Seattle Center
Legacy of innovation and technology
Monorail remains in operation
Pacific Science Center continues to operate
Promoted the idea of public spaces in urban areas
Space Needle became an iconic symbol of Seattle
Encouraged international cooperation in science and technology
Continues to be a point of reference in Seattle's history.
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gptkbp:exhibition
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gptkb:Bell_System's_Picturephone
gptkb:Ford_Motor_Company's_Magic_Skyway
gptkb:IBM_Pavilion
gptkb:General_Motors'_Futurama
NASA exhibits
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gptkbp:exhibitor
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Over 80 countries
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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1962 Seattle World's Fair
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gptkbp:launch_date
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April 21, 1962
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gptkbp:legacy
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Influenced urban development in Seattle
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gptkbp:local_attraction
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gptkb:United_States_Science_Pavilion
gptkb:Pacific_Science_Center
gptkb:International_Fountain
gptkb:railway_line
gptkb:Space_Needle
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gptkbp:location
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gptkb:Seattle,_Washington
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gptkbp:media_coverage
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Extensive national and international media coverage
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gptkbp:opening_ceremony
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October 21, 1962
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gptkbp:related_event
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gptkb:Expo_67
gptkb:1964_New_York_World's_Fair
gptkb:Century_21_Exposition
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gptkbp:significance
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Showcased advancements in technology and space exploration
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gptkbp:sponsor
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gptkb:City_of_Seattle
gptkb:United_States_government
gptkb:Washington_State
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gptkbp:theme
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gptkb:The_Space_Age
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gptkbp:year
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gptkb:1962
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