The Great Exhibition was an international exhibition that took place in Hyde Park, London, from 1 May to 15 October 1851. It was the first in a series of World's Fair exhibitions of culture and industry that became popular in the 19th century.
Imagine if your school hosted a massive show-and-tell where students from all over the world brought their coolest inventions, art pieces, and cultural items. That’s what The Great Exhibition was like - but on a much larger scale!
Crystal Palace: A huge iron-and-glass structure built in Hyde Park to house The Great Exhibition.
Industrial Revolution: A period of major industrialization that took place during the late 1700s and early 1800s; many innovations showcased at The Great Exhibition were products of this era.
World's Fair: An international exhibition showcasing achievements of nations. These fairs have been held across the world since The Great Exhibition.
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