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A Worlds' Fair to Remember

A Worlds' Fair to Remember

Fair goers were dazzled by the intricate water ballets at the Aquacade and enjoyed the nightly fireworks display. But along with joy, there were financial woes and political problems. This documentary explores how the 1984 New Orleans World’s Fair ultimately revitalized an urban waterfront. Produced and narrated by Peggy Scott Laborde.

A Worlds' Fair to Remember is a local public television program presented by WYES

A Worlds' Fair to Remember

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Exploration of how the 1984 New Orleans World’s Fair revitalized an urban waterfront. (59m 5s)

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