Louisiana World Exposition | Busy Beaver Button Museum

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LOUISIANA WORLD EXPOSITION MAY 12 NOV 11 1984

Image Description:

Black text on white border. White border encircles a blue and gray circle with white and gray design splitting the circle diagonally. White "84" set off-center on the blue circle.

The Shape:

Circle

Year / Decade Made:

1980s

1984

Additional Information:

The Louisiana World Exposition's theme was "The World of Rivers—Fresh Waters as a Source of Life." The expo was plagued with attendance problems and subsequently gained the dubious distinction of being the only exposition to declare bankruptcy during its run.

Source:
Findling, J. E., & Pelle, K. D. (2008).Encyclopedia of world's fairs and expositions. Jefferson, NC: McFarland & Co..