The 1984 New Orleans World's Fair
By: Bill Cotter
Series: Images of America
Publisher: Arcadia Pub.
Published: 2009
Place of publication: [Charleston, SC]
Language: eng
Number of pages: 127
ISBN-13: 9780738568560
Other titles: New Orleans World's Fair, 1984.
Description: "In 1984, the city of New Orleans hosted the last world's fair held in the United States. Conceived as part of an ambitious effort to revitalize a dilapidated section of the city and establishe New Orleans as a year-round tourist destination, it took more than 12 years of political intrigue and design changes before the gates finally opened. Stretching 84 acres along the Mississippi River, the fair entertained more than seven million guests with a colorful collection of pavilions, rides, and restaurants during its six-month run. While most world's fairs lose money, the 1984 New Orleans World's Fair had the dubious distinction of going bankrupt and almost closing early. However, the $350-million investment did succeed in bringing new life to the area, which is now home to the city's convention center and a bustling arts district" -- back cover.
Table of contents: title: Bringing the world to New Orleans; title: Centennial Plaza; title: Fulton Street Mall; title: Festival Park; title: Bayou Plaza; title: The Great Hall; title: Internationl Riverfront; title: The Wonderwall; title: Problems and promises.