1939-40 New York World's Fair

Description

Housed in The New York Public Library's Manuscripts and Archives Division, the records of the New York World's Fair 1939 and 1940 Incorporated present a comprehensive view of all aspects of the Fair including construction, maintenance and demolition of Fair facilities; planning and development; architecture and landscaping; displays and exhibits; government participation; publicity and public relations; amusements, entertainment and concessions; legal and financial affairs; the import and export of goods; labor relations; and public safety and welfare. In addition to correspondence and memoranda, the collection consists of reports, minutes, financial and legal records, architectural plans, design drawings, sound recordings, brochures, leaflets, press releases and other promotional materials, notably over 12,000 photographs of the Fair, its exhibits and visitors. If you like the items in this collection, download the entire Biblion World’s Fair app from the iTunes store, http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/nypl-biblion-worlds-fair/id433418206?mt=8&ls=1 Biblion features more than 700 rare documents, photos, and multimedia pieces from the vast World of Tomorrow collection at The New York Public Library—plus 22 original essays by tranmsedia guru Henry Jenkins, author Karen Abbott, Daily Show writer Elliott Kalan, food scholar William Grimes, Paley Center curator Ron Simon, leading academics, and more.