Historian to discuss N.Y. World's Fair at Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton

The 1964/65 New York World’s Fair

Location: Plumb Memorial Library Meeting Room

Day/Time: Wednesday, July 12, 6:30 p.m.

SHELTON - Plumb Memorial Library welcomes back the “Bowtie Historian” Jason Scappaticci to present a special program on the history of the 1964 New York World’s Fair.

He will take us on a trip down memory lane to a time gone by.

Jason Scappaticci

With the motto “Peace Through Understanding”, the 1964–1965 New York World’s Fair held over 140 pavilions and 110 restaurants, representing 80 nations (hosted by 37), 24 US states, and over 45 corporations.

It covered 646 acres with numerous pools or fountains, and an amusement park with rides.

Fondly remembered today by many who grew up in the Tri-State area, the 1964/65 New York World’s Fair attracted 50 million visitors, and it wasn’t even an officially sanctioned world’s fair.

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or call (203) 924-1580.

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