Statements (51)
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gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:art_exhibition
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gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:The_1982_New_York_World's_Fair
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gptkbp:artwork |
Public art installations throughout the fairgrounds
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gptkbp:attendance |
5.6 million
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gptkbp:closing_date |
November 3, 1974
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gptkbp:collects |
Postcards
Commemorative coins T-shirts Official Expo '74 guidebook Official Expo '74 pin |
gptkbp:community_involvement |
Local volunteers participated
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gptkbp:cultural_impact |
Promoted cultural exchange
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gptkbp:cultural_practices |
Promoted international understanding
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gptkbp:economic_impact |
Boosted local economy
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gptkbp:educational_programs |
Workshops and seminars
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gptkbp:events |
Site for various events
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gptkbp:exhibits |
Over 100 exhibits
Showcased indigenous cultures |
gptkbp:features |
gptkb:The_Great_Northern_Clock_Tower
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gptkbp:geographical_feature |
gptkb:Riverfront_Park
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gptkbp:historical_significance |
First World's Fair in the U. S. since 1964
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gptkbp:home_stadium |
gptkb:Canadian_Pavilion
Washington State Pavilion International Pavilion U. S. Pavilion |
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
1974 Spokane World's Fair
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gptkbp:inspiration |
Future expos and fairs
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gptkbp:involved_countries |
Over 30 countries participated
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gptkbp:landmark |
The U. S. Pavilion designed by architect Edward Durell Stone
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gptkbp:launch_date |
May 4, 1974
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gptkbp:legacy |
Influenced future environmental policies
Inspiration for urban renewal projects Riverfront Park redevelopment |
gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Spokane,_Washington
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gptkbp:mascot |
gptkb:Sparky_the_Dog
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gptkbp:media_coverage |
Extensive national media coverage
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gptkbp:motto |
gptkb:The_Future_is_Now
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gptkbp:notable_guest |
gptkb:Prince_Edward,_Duke_of_Kent
gptkb:Queen_Juliana_of_the_Netherlands President Gerald Ford |
gptkbp:notable_performance |
Live music and dance performances
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gptkbp:opening_ceremony |
November 3, 1974
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gptkbp:significant_event |
First environmentally themed World's Fair
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gptkbp:sponsor |
gptkb:Expo_'74
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gptkbp:sportsmanship |
Site for concerts and festivals
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gptkbp:sustainability |
Sustainability and conservation
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gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives |
Promoted environmental awareness
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gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:The_Space_Age
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gptkbp:transportation |
Upgrades to Spokane's public transport
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gptkbp:year |
gptkb:1974
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