London Great Exhibition 1851
GPTKB entity
Statements (58)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:art_exhibition
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| gptkbp:architect |
gptkb:Joseph_Paxton
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| gptkbp:architectural_style |
influenced glass and iron structures
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| gptkbp:artistic_influence |
promoted the arts and crafts movement
promoted Victorian design aesthetics |
| gptkbp:attendance |
largest public event of its time
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| gptkbp:attendees |
6 million
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| gptkbp:closure_type |
deterioration of the Crystal Palace
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| gptkbp:collects |
various memorabilia produced
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| gptkbp:community_impact |
fostered a sense of national pride
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
influenced Victorian society
reflected cultural aspirations of the era |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
symbol of the Industrial Revolution
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| gptkbp:economic_impact |
boosted British economy
enhanced international trade relations highlighted industrial capabilities of Britain |
| gptkbp:education |
encouraged technical education reforms
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| gptkbp:environmental_impact |
led to discussions on urban planning.
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| gptkbp:events |
gptkb:Exposition_Universelle_1855
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| gptkbp:exhibition |
5 months
990,000 square feet The Koh-i-Noor diamond The first public toilet The Crystal Palace itself published for attendees The steam engine by George Stephenson |
| gptkbp:exhibitor |
14,000
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
London Great Exhibition 1851
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| gptkbp:impact |
showcased scientific advancements
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| gptkbp:influence |
inspired future world fairs
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| gptkbp:innovation |
stimulated technological innovation
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| gptkbp:inspired |
the design of future exhibition spaces
the establishment of the Victoria and Albert Museum the establishment of the Natural History Museum the establishment of the Science Museum |
| gptkbp:involved_countries |
countries from around the world
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| gptkbp:is_a_venue_for |
gptkb:Crystal_Palace
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| gptkbp:legacy |
promoted the idea of international cooperation
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| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Borough
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| gptkbp:media_coverage |
extensive press coverage
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| gptkbp:notable_guest |
gptkb:Charles_Darwin
gptkb:Charles_Dickens gptkb:George_Eliot gptkb:Thomas_Huxley |
| gptkbp:opened |
May 1, 1851
October 15, 1851 |
| gptkbp:opening_ceremony |
celebrated with fireworks
attended by Queen Victoria |
| gptkbp:organizer |
gptkb:Prince_Albert
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| gptkbp:purpose |
showcase industry and culture
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| gptkbp:significance |
first international exhibition of manufactured products
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| gptkbp:sponsor |
gptkb:government_agency
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| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:film_production_company
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| gptkbp:ticket_sales |
1 shilling
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| gptkbp:tourist_attraction |
boosted tourism in London
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| gptkbp:year |
1851
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Expo_1855
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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