Some very cool scans on this site of early sketches of plans for the 1962 Worlds Fair.
Set on the only section of the fair grounds that was not owned by the city, the (space needle) site did not have the height restrictions of other exhibits/pavillions at the fair. The lot, 37-by-37 m, was purchased by private investors for $75,000 and is still privately owned. Although there is much contention surrounding who came up with the final design of the Space Needle, John Graham is widely acknowledged as its architect.
General Electric Living exhibit
In the future, vast electronic libraries might be at our fingertips, with home movies that can be shown right after they are filmed, and can be projected on wall-size color television screens. And over in the corner, your very own home computer awaits, perfect for paying bills and writing checks.
Paradise International
Dad, now that you've got a little time by yourself, you might want to stroll down Show Street, the "adult entertainment" section of the fair.
