Though most commonly associated with Coming to America, the US Open, and serving as Awkwafina's old stomping ground, Queens, New York has yet another claim to fame — hosting the 1964 World's Fair.
From pavilions to transportation, here are 20 stunning historical pics from the 1964 World's Fair.
1
Futuristic Fountains
Folks pass by a water installation at the fair.
2
Belgian Beauty
The Belgian Pavillion, 1964.
3
Flags and Fans
Visitors make their way through a walkway of world flags.
4
Cute Couple
“The World's Fair in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens (1965) Photo by Jimmy Carboni.”
5
Spaced Out
The World's Fair space park as seen shortly before opening day.
6
As Above
The 1964 World’s fair, as photographed from above.
7
Programmed Fun
“1964 New York World's Fair folder front cover.”
8
Handsome Honeymooner
“My pops on his honeymoon at the Worlds Fair, New York City, 1964.”
9
Signing On
“‘The Office of the Future’ demonstration at the World’s Fair 1964.”
10
Snack Time
“1964 World's Fair - Mom - sister - me.”
11
Skyward Speedway
The exterior of the General Motors pavilion.
12
Cool Shades
“My wife, her older sister, and their mom at the 1964 World’s Fair in NYC.”
13
Puppet Show
Attendees enter a puppet show at the World’s Fair.
14
Suited Up
“1964 World’s Fair, New York City. I’m the blond, with my brothers.”
15
On The Road
“High School Bus trip to 1964 World’s Fair.”
16
Family Fun
“Me and my sister - 1964 New York World's Fair.”
17
Senior Snaps
High School Seniors pose outside of the 1964 World’s Fair.
18
Monorail Madness
The World’s Fair monorail chugs along its track.
19
China, At Home
Tourists walk around the China pavilion at the 1964 World’s Fair.
20
Class Trip
“Snapshots from my dad’s senior class trip to the 1964 World’s Fair in NYC.”
