There was a time not so long ago where the World’s Fair was the only place you could go to see the wonders of the modern world dazzlingly displayed in one place. Promising futuristic glimpses into the creativity, culture, and commerce of lands near and far, the World’s Fair drew millions of visitors to great cities in Europe, Asia, and the Americas for more than a century. And then, as technology and mass media exposure made the world a smaller place and the exotic “wonders” of the world became well-known and … [Read more...]
