1964 New York World's Fair

The 1964 New York World's Fair was a major international exhibition held in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, showcasing global innovation and culture from April to October 1964. It aimed to display progress in technology, industry, and entertainment, featuring iconic attractions like the General Electric carousel and Ford's "Magic Skyway." The fair introduced advancements such as Xerox copying and the first public viewing of the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird. It drew millions of visitors worldwide and influenced design, marketing, and entertainment trends, leaving a lasting legacy in architecture and popular culture.