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Greece at the 1964/1965 New York World’s Fair

World's Fair Information Manual

EXHIBIT

  • Greek Pavilion

AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE

  • Mr. Athanase Markris, Managing Dir.
  • Greek Pavilion, New York World's Fair 1964-1965
  • 23 Jan Smuts Street
  • Athens 134, Greece
  • and
  • Mr. John J. Carlos
  • Commissioner General
  • 501 Fifth Avenue
  • New York 17, New York
  • MU 7-5499

FAIR CONTACT

  • Mr. Allen Beach

CONTRACT SIGNED

  • April 10, 1963

LOCATION

  • Block 31; Lot 6
  • International Area

AREA

  • 25,000 sq. ft.

ARCHITECT

  • Mr. John J. Carlos
  • 501 Fifth Avenue
  • New York 17, New York
  • MU 7-5499

CONTRACTOR

  • Orestes Dallas

ADMISSION

  • Free
Greek Pavilion line drawing

SOURCE: 1964 World's Fair Information Manual

FEATURES

The Greek Pavilion will be a one story structure combining modern and ancient Greek architecture. The exterior of the building will have marble facing and will feature a 120 foot long frieze which will be decorated with classical figures and motif symbolizing the arts, sciences, commerce and sports.

The Pavilion will feature exhibits of Greek culture, industry, modern tourist attractions, social and economic progress of the country, authentic handicrafts, and will have a "Taverna" serving food and beverages typical of Greece. Literature, music and dances native to te country will also be exhibited.

Greek Pavilion

Greek Pavilion

Source: NY World's Fair Publication For Those Who Produced the New York World's Fair 1964-1965