The 1962 World's Fair, also known as the 'Century 21 Exposition', brought in nearly 10 million visitors from around the world for a glimpse of Tomorrow, Seattle-style.
March 12, 2006 (Press Release) --
The 1962 World's Fair, also known as the 'Century 21 Exposition', brought in nearly 10 million visitors from around the world for a glimpse of Tomorrow, Seattle-style. What remains of the futuristic enclave of exhibition halls, arenas and public spaces is today called the Seattle Center. Don't be surprised if it generates more nostalgia for The Jetsons than thoughts of the future.
No other icon epitomizes Seattle as well as the Space Needle, a 600ft (180m) rocket-styled observation station and restaurant. After the 43-second zip up its elevators to the top, the brave of stomach are treated to breathtaking 360° views. A 1.5 mile (2.5km) experiment in mass transit, the Monorail is another signature piece of the 1962 fair. Today, it provides fun and frequent transport between downtown and Seattle Center, covering the distance in only two minutes.
The Flag Pavilion & Plaza and the International Fountain (with jets of water that pulse to the beat of music) point to the cosmopolitan sympathies of the fair. The Seattle Opera House (home of the opera, symphony and ballet), the Pacific Science Center, two sports arenas, a children's museum and the Fun Forest Amusement Park are other remnants of the fair. Seattle Center is less than a mile northwest of downtown.
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No other icon epitomizes Seattle as well as the Space Needle, a 600ft (180m) rocket-styled observation station and restaurant. After the 43-second zip up its elevators to the top, the brave of stomach are treated to breathtaking 360° views. A 1.5 mile (2.5km) experiment in mass transit, the Monorail is another signature piece of the 1962 fair. Today, it provides fun and frequent transport between downtown and Seattle Center, covering the distance in only two minutes.
The Flag Pavilion & Plaza and the International Fountain (with jets of water that pulse to the beat of music) point to the cosmopolitan sympathies of the fair. The Seattle Opera House (home of the opera, symphony and ballet), the Pacific Science Center, two sports arenas, a children's museum and the Fun Forest Amusement Park are other remnants of the fair. Seattle Center is less than a mile northwest of downtown.
Source: http://www.yahoo.com
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