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1964 - April 22 - World's Fair opens in New York City

The 1964 New York World's Fair was a major international exhibition that took place in Flushing Meadows–Corona Park in Queens, New York City. The fair was held to commemorate the 300th anniversary of New Amsterdam (New York City) and was officially opened to the public on April 22, 1964. The fair's theme was "Peace Through Understanding," and it aimed to showcase American culture, industry, and technology, as well as promote international cooperation and understanding.

The fair featured numerous pavilions from countries around the world, as well as exhibitions from various American states and industries. Some of the most iconic attractions included the Unisphere, a 12-story high globe sculpture symbolizing global interdependence; the Ford Motor Company's "Ford's Magic Skyway" ride, which featured automated cars traveling through scenes of prehistoric times and the future; and the General Electric pavilion's "Progressland," which showcased the latest advancements in technology. The fair was a major cultural event, attracting millions of visitors and leaving a lasting impact on the city of New York and the world at large.

April 22, 1964

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