Century 21 Exposition - Wikipedia
WEBThe Century 21 Exposition (also known as the Seattle World's Fair) was a world's fair held April 21, 1962, to October 21, 1962, in Seattle, Washington, United States. [1][2] Nearly 10 million people attended the fair during its six-month run.
The Complete Guide to the 1962 Seattle World’s Fair
WEBMar 8, 2023 · The Seattle World’s Fair – or the ‘Century 21 Exhibition’ as it was known at the time – was themed around technology optimism. We’ll explore many of the grounds below in more detail, but the fair was centered around the Worlds of Science, Tomorrow, Commerce, and Industry.
The City of Seattle and the 1962 World’s Fair
WEBThe 1962 World's Fair was the brainchild of City Councilmember Al Rochester and planning began far in advance. In 1957, Seattle voters passed a $7.5 million Civic Center bond for possible fairground development, which was matched by the state legislature.
The 1962 Seattle World's Fair, Part 1 - HistoryLink.org
WEBApr 18, 2000 · The 1962 Seattle World's Fair, otherwise known as Century 21, gave visitors a glimpse of the future and left Seattle with a lasting legacy. The exposition gave Seattle world-wide recognition, effectively "putting it on the map."
Century 21 World's Fair - Seattle.gov
WEBThe Century 21 Exposition - also known as the Seattle World's Fair - was held between April 21 and October 21, 1962 drew almost 10 million visitors. A defining moment in the history of Seattle, this fair began life as the brainchild of City Councilman Al Rochester.
Seattle World's Fair opened 62 years ago: A look back
WEBApr 22, 2024 · Nearly 10 million visitors flocked to the fairgrounds from April 21 to October 21, 1962, to marvel at the wonders of the future showcased at the exposition. Designed …
The Rise and Fall of World’s Fairs - Smithsonian Magazine
WEBOn April 21, 1962, the city of Seattle opened its very own world’s fair: the Century 21 Exposition. Spanning 74 acres in the urban heart of Washington, the celebration of …
Back to the Future: Why Seattle’s World’s Fair Mattered
WEBThe Needle was being built for the upcoming Seattle world’s fair, called Century 21. It was as if a spaceship from a friendly future had landed in our own backyard.
How Seattle pulled together plans, people, Elvis ... - The Seattle …
WEBApr 15, 2022 · That was 60 years ago, and if today happens to be a sunny spring day, visit the 74 acres where it all took place. That would be Seattle Center, site of the 1962 Seattle World’s Fair.
1962 Seattle World’s Fair: A city in orbit - The Seattle Times
WEBFeb 18, 2012 · It's the 50th anniversary of the Seattle World's Fair, a time when the city was flying high with Space Age optimism. We're marking the occasion by revisiting The Seattle Times' souvenir...