1964 New York World's Fair Report (1961)

The New York World's Fair of 1964-1965, announced by Mayor Robert F. Wagner, will celebrate the city's 300th anniversary and aims to attract visitors globally. The fair, located in Flushing Meadow Park, will feature various exhibits focused on education and international cooperation. The event will be supported by significant infrastructure improvements, including new highways and transportation facilities. The fair is expected to foster friendship and understanding among nations through cultural and industrial exhibits, alongside the construction of the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. The centerpiece of the fair will be the Unisphere, symbolizing global unity and progress.

Keywords
New York World's Fair, 1964, 1965, Robert F. Wagner, Flushing Meadow Park, education, international cooperation, infrastructure, Lincoln Center, Unisphere, cultural exhibits, industrial exhibits, global unity.

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