Vintage new york worlds fair travel poster 1939 futurama, vintage advertisements, vintage ads. Used as a means of soliciting advertisers, this incomplete guidebook contains brief introductory information regarding the zones of the fair as well as pricing rates and options for displaying ads within the guidebook. The astonishing novel of a young boys life in the new york city of the 1930s, a stunning recreation of the sights, sounds, aromas and emotions of a time when the streets were safe, families stuck together through thick and thin, and all the promises of a. Many countries around the world participated in it, and over 44 million people attended its exhibits in two seasons. The exposition opened from february 18, 1939, through october 29, 1939, and from may 25, 1940, through september. A debut novel imagines political intrigue at the 1939 worlds. Original vintage 1939 new york worlds fair combination book of souvenir tickets april 30 to october 31,1939. The 1939 40 new york world s fair was a world s fair held at flushing meadowscorona park in queens, new york, united states. This is a highly unusual souvenir item of the 1939 new york world s fair picturing the trylon and perisphere. Get the best deals on world fair collectibles when you shop the largest online.
Aug 03, 2017 covering 1,216 acres, in flushing meadows, new york, the 1939 new york worlds fair, like the legendary phoenix rising from the ashes, was erected on what was an ashdump. Openingday ceremonies at the new york worlds fair, april 1939. That was the year when a living vision of the future instantly became. A look back at some of the coolest attractions at the 1939. The san franciscooakland bay bridge opened in 1936 and the golden gate bridge in 1937. Collection of documents about the 1939 world s fair.
An idea dreamed up at the height of the depression, the theme of the 1939 worlds fair in new york was the world of tomorrow. Original vintage 1939 new york worlds fair combination. Rare vintage 1939 new york worlds fair sterling silver spoon city skyline. This was the heyday of the worlds fair and is among one of the most popular worlds fairs for collectibles.
If you or a friend is a collector of twentieth century americana, you may be interested to know more about worlds fair collectibles form the new york worlds fair of 19391940. Amateur color footage of people at the worlds fair. Check to see if there is a book of record near you. Through vintage photographs, most never published before, the 19391940 new york worlds fair recaptures those days when the eyes of the world were on new york and on the future. Inspire your book collection with these suggested books and ephemera about 1939 new york worlds fair. Janusfaced, they looked back to a glorified past and forward to an idealized future. Decorative arts at the world s fairs 1851 1939 by busch, jason t. New york worlds fair cook book, the american kitchen by gaige, crosby and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. It was the second most expensive american world s fair of all time, exceeded only by st. Who knew that a 1939 fair would have such continuing impact. My mother was 11 years old when she visited flushing meadows in 1939 and it influenced her life as significantly as it did doctorow s. The motto of the 1939 new york worlds fair was, science finds, industry applies, man conforms.
Apr 23, 2014 the world of tomorrowthat was the theme of the 1939 newyork worlds fair. I havent yet finished the book because i am trying to take it all in. New listing a set of 5 1939 new york worlds fair glass. The 1939 new york worlds fair opened on april 30, 1939 which was the 150th anniversary of the inauguration of george washington in new york city, the nations first capitol. Mint condition memorabilia from this most famous world fair. The new york worlds fair opened on april 30, 1939 in flushing, new york. Official guide book of the new york worlds fair, 1939. Only photos from my private collection, those submitted by dr. Original vintage 1939 new york worlds fair combination book.
Add tags for official guide book of the new york world s fair, 1939. The 1939 new york world s fair opened on april 30, 1939 which was the 150th anniversary of the inauguration of george washington in new york city, the nations first capitol. Fantastic 1939 new york worlds fair autograph album in original box great pictures. A debut novel imagines political intrigue at the 1939.
Money generated from the sale of these photos and from my book. This was the heyday of the world s fair and is among one of the most popular world s fairs for collectibles. While some of the pavilions were still under construction and not yet open, that first day of the fair was attended by 206,000 visitors. Twosided document with the phone numbers for the all worlds fair buildings, pavilions and attractions.
The fair had many different forms of attractions, and proved to be very popular during its two years of. It is a personal effort to keep the fair alive for everyone to enjoy, and be a source of reference material for anyone interested in the 39 ny world s fair. Jul 01, 2010 a forgotten july 4 bombing at the world s fair this fourth of july marks the 70th anniversary of a littleknown and unsolved terrorist attack on american soil. A limited edition, perfectbound book with 150 pages containing more than 271 photographs, stories, maps, and information about the 1939 new york worlds fair. The theme, building the world of tomorrow echoed in virtually every corner of the fair. The 1939 worlds fair sat on the precipice of disaster. Nyc parks photo archive 1939 worlds fair under construction, on the site of the former wetland. Aug 24, 2007 amateur color footage of people at the world s fair. Apr 30, 2016 the 1939 worlds fair sat on the precipice of disaster. Century of progress 15 brochures promo advertising worlds fair 19331934. Official guide book, new york world s fair 1939 building the world of tomorrow world of tomorrow new york world s fair 1939. Original vintage 1939 new york world s fair combination book of souvenir tickets april 30 to october 31, 1939. The 1939 new york world s fair opened on april 30, 1939 which was the 150th anniversary of the inauguration of george washington in new york city, the nation s first capitol. Lost world of the fair turned out to be a very good description of the daytoday 1939 fair.
Great examples of architecture and what they thought the future would be like. The company began developing a time capsuleone that would be retrieved 50 centuries after being buried. The golden gate international exposition ggie 1939 and 1940, held at san francisco s treasure island, was a worlds fair celebrating, among other things, the citys two newly built bridges. Colorful 1939 new york world s fair needle book with trylon and perisphere on front and vanity fair building on back. Collection of documents about the 1939 worlds fair. Nov 01, 20 an idea dreamed up at the height of the depression, the theme of the 1939 world s fair in new york was the world of tomorrow. It was the second most expensive american worlds fair of all time, exceeded only by st. How the 1939 worlds fair anticipated our current obsession with urban data science and smart cities. This site is dedicated to the 1939 new york world s fair. One part of that world, another theme showcased throughout the fair, was electrification the growing use. Oct 12, 1985 hope is where you find it doctorow s world s fair is, for me, an important document touching on family history.
Roosevelt kicked off the fair with an address from the rostrum of the federal building. Fantastic 1939 new york world s fair autograph album in original box great pictures. At this years show i saw only three or four rare pieces, said rossen. See more ideas about worlds fair, world and world of tomorrow. Each year on memorial day weekend, the worlds fair collectors society sponsors a show of only 1939 worlds fair collectibles at the andria motel on northern boulevard just opposite corona park. Measures 6 12 x 3 12 folded, in good condition with wear as shown and quite a few needles still inside.
Amateur color footage of people at the world s fair. New listing new york world s fair 1939 1940 souvenirs. Prior to 1939, the american fairs had been characterized by what historian astrid boger has aptly called a bifocal nature. The middleton family at the worlds fair 1939 youtube. April 30th will mark the 75th anniversary of the opening of the 1939 new york worlds fair. It is difficult to overestimate the impact of the 1939 worlds fair. This is a highly unusual souvenir item of the 1939 new york worlds fair picturing the trylon and perisphere. Time capsule i was created for the 1939 new york worlds fair and time capsule ii was created for the 1964 new york worlds fair. Official guide book of the new york worlds fair 1939, first. The 193940 new york worlds fair was a worlds fair held at flushing meadowscorona park in queens, new york, united states. Time capsule i was created for the 1939 new york world s fair and time capsule ii was created for the 1964 new york world s fair. Mar, 2017 the following video provides a short introduction to the 1939 world s fair in new york city. This fourth of july marks the 70th anniversary of a littleknown terrorist attack on american soil a time bomb planted in the british pavilion at the new york worlds fair of 193940.
The middleton family at the new york world s fair pits an anticapitalist bohemian artist boyfriend against an allamerican. Sep, 2017 a debut novel imagines political intrigue at the 1939 worlds fair. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. The fair closed toward the end of the year in 1940. The following video provides a short introduction to the 1939 worlds fair in new york city. New listing postcard unusual metalite surface, new york worlds fair temple 1940 rare worlds fair switzerland book color cvr, photos, maps, culture wfny. Planners were given permission to develop 1,200 acres in queens, on. Reviewed in the united states on december 17, 2012. This small paper book touted the future of motorways for the american way of life. In recognition of the 80th anniversary of this historic event. It is difficult to overestimate the impact of the 1939 world s fair. This could easily have been declared in 1939 when teague applied his experience as an industrial designer to the new york worlds fair world of tomorrow.
Here, walter was born on december 18, 1883, the youngest of six children. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2. The concept was born in the middle of the great depression, and it was truly a mark of sincere perseverance and hope that the fair actually came to fruition and was such a massive success. Photos from the 1939 new york worlds fair photo collection have been digitally restored and printed for you to frame and hang in you home or office, or add. Both are buried 50 feet below flushing meadowscorona park, the site of both worlds fairs. We ship via usps first class parcel so you have tracking for your package. I recommend listening to the official theme song of the fair, dawn of a new day, while reading the intro. If you or a friend is a collector of twentieth century americana, you may be interested to know more about world s fair collectibles form the new york world s fair of 1939 1940. What were the cultural exhibits at the 193940 fair. Souvenirs from the 1939 worlds fair highly collectible. A book of tickets from the 1939 new york worlds fair. Colorful 1939 new york worlds fair needle book with trylon and perisphere on front and vanity fair building on back. Westinghouse worked on technology and logistics, while a selection committee began the arduous task of choosing contents. These exhibitions vary in character and are held in different parts of the world at a specific site for a period of time, ranging usually from three to six months.
Of all the books on the 19391940 new york worlds fair, this is certainly the finest evocation of the wonder and excitement of that beloved exhibition. The famous theme of the 1939 new york worlds fair was the world of tomorrow. The 1939 new york world s fair zim, larry, lerner, mel, rolfes, herbert on. In the days leading up to the 1939 world s fair, westinghouse corporation took on a project. The fair had many different forms of attractions, and. Walter dorwin teagues story starts in the house of a methodist circuitriding preacher in decatur, indiana. The book has a zipper closure and its original box which is in a bit worn condition but the book itself is almost like new. The official guide book to the 1939 new york worlds fair is a beautiful, hardbound book full of paleofuturistic delights. Hansen, and the worlds fair historical society are for sale.
Worlds fair 1939 new york usa fascinating of the 19391949 new york worlds fair. The exposition opened from february 18, 1939, through october. Mathewss is a long book, full of back story and digression, which is no. If you or a friend is a collector of twentieth century americana, you may be interested to know more about worlds fair collectibles form the new york worlds fair of 1939 1940. Home official guide book of the new york worlds fair 1939, first edition official guide book of the new york worlds fair 1939, first edition login to add to my research. Sep 15, 20 the middleton family at the worlds fair 1939 morgan brimont. For more info about the worlds fair decision model, development of the model, the study participants, etc.
Official guide book of the new york worlds fair 1939. A debut novel imagines political intrigue at the 1939 worlds fair. With a decade of depression behind them and a world war looming ahead, 44 million visitors came to catch a hopeful glimpse of the. The official guide book to the 1939 new york world s fair is a beautiful, hardbound book full of paleofuturistic delights. The lost world of the fair by david gelernter goodreads. The 1939 new york worlds fair offered a vision of a utopian city of tomorrowone in which life was going to be easy thanks to new technology that. The book has a zipper closure and its original box which is in a bit worn condition but the book itself is.
Official guide book of the new york worlds fair, 1939 call number. This really makes me think about the connection our present day expectations or lack of them have to an event that i wasnt even alive for. Of the 6 tickets, 3 are still attached only 3 used as follows. The golden gate international exposition ggie 1939 and 1940, held at san franciscos treasure island, was a worlds fair celebrating, among other things, the citys two newly built bridges. The 1939 fair employed the hopeful slogan dawn of a new day. A typical postcard from the 1939 new york worlds fair. Color photos of the 1939 new york worlds fair the atlantic. Twosided document with the phone numbers for the all world s fair buildings, pavilions and attractions. A world s fair or world fair is a large international exhibition designed to showcase achievements of nations.