Course Detail: DETROITWORLDSFAIRS - 381 Detroit and the World's Fairs: 1851-1965

Join author, photographer and historian Dale A. Carlson as he explores metro Detroit's significant contributions to seven major World's Fairs, from London's Crystal Palace Exhibition (1851) to New York's 1964-1965 Fair. Discover the stories of influential figures including pioneer sculptor Julius Melchers, renowned architect Albert Kahn, World Trade Center architect Minoru Yamasaki, Spirit of Detroit sculptor Marshall Fredericks and one obscure artist with unique ties to the Saginaw Bay City Midland area. Carlson's presentation features professional photography, historical images and era-specific newspaper clippings that bring these fascinating stories to life.

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