1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific-Exposition-Seattle World's Fair Pennant, 26x11, 2 tips For Sale
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1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific-Exposition-Seattle World's Fair Pennant, 26x11, 2 tips:
$295.00
From a collection of vintage pennants from this era, some of them sports related. See my other listings. The 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition was Seattle's first world's fair, held from June 1 to October 16, 1909, which showcased the development of the Pacific Northwest, celebrated the wealth brought by the Klondike Gold Rush, and attracted over three million visitors.Measures about 26 x 11, not counting the tassels, which extends 3 1/2 to top and 4 1/2 to bottom. No tack holes but one small hole to bottom left of gold field. Sewn on letters, unusual double tip. Writing on back as shown. Outstanding condition, bold colors and complete. Postpaid.Fair Location and Design- Built on the campus of the University of Washington.
- Designed by the famous Olmsted Brothers landscaping firm.
- Planned with grand pathways to frame views of Mount Rainier and local lakes. [1, 2]
- Intended to highlight the economic potential of Alaska, the Yukon, and Pacific Rim nations.
- Featured a popular entertainment zone called the "Pay Streak".
- Opened officially when President William Howard Taft pressed a telegraph key from the White House. [1, 2, 3, 4]
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