1939 New York World's Fair

To the left is the lofty shaft of the "Trylon", which rises 700 feet above the ground. A bridge links it to the 200-foot "Perisphere", in which the Theme of the Exposition is depicted. The architects are Harrison and Fouilhoux.


Dominating the entire Fair with its sheer beauty of design, the 200 foot "Perisphere" and 700 foot "Trylon" symbolizes the modernity and functional character of the architecture of all the Fair buildings. The fountain beneath the Perisphere creates the illusion of a huge ball floating in air. Architects - Harrison and Fouilhoux.



To the lift is the lofty shaft of the "Trylon", which rises 700 feet above the ground. A bridge links it to the 200-foot "Perisphere", in which the Theme of the Exposition is depicted. The architects are Harrison and Fouilhoux.



This 250 foot tower provides the more daring thrill seeker of the amusement area with a safe means of experiencing the sensation of a parachute jump from the height of a 25 story building. This structure is one of the hightest buildings at the fair.

New York City, New York

The Church of the Transfiguration, better known as "The Little Church around the Corner" - 1 East 29th Street. Many prominent people from all over the country, including theatrical people, are married here. It has an important collection of rare paintings, wood carvings and statues and is noted for its charm and quiet.


The New York County Court House in which thirty Supreme Court Justices conduct civil trials in New York County. The building is an important part of New York's new civic center and was erected at a cost of $12,000,000.


Astor Hotel, New York

Heart Of New York

Downtown Skyline

A remarkable view of the downtown section of New York City's world famous skyline a truly awe-inspiring sight.

The Cathedral of St. John the Divine, New York (Episcopal). The largest Gothic Cathedral in the World, length 601 feet, breadth at Transepts 320 feet, height of Central Tower 455 feet, Western Towers 265 feet. Building commenced St John's Day, 1892.

Capriland Herb Farm - North Coventry, Connecticut

Capriland Herb Farm is on Silver Street in North Coventry, Conn. Open Daily April thru December. Built in 1710 and is still unchanged.

Niantic, Connecticut

Aerial view of Black Point Beach Club
Niantic, Connecticut


Crescent Beach, Niantic, Conn., is on Long Island Sound near the Niantic River. Swimming, boating and facilities of the beach are open to residents and guests of hotels and summer cottages in the Crescent Beach area.


The Silver Skate, Inc.
Christmas Shop
488 Main Street, Niantic, Ct. 06357
Visit our Spectacular shop, just twenty minutes west of Mystic Seaport, for a huge selection of unusual items from all over the world, and a complete do-it-yourself Dept.
We know you'll enjoy your visit! Open mid-June to Dec. 24th.

New York City, New York

The Municipal Building, facing City Hall Park at Park Row and Center Sts., contains offices for all the city departments and is the largest structure of its kind in the world. It is 34 stories, 580 feet high, including a 30-foot stature of Miss Civic Pride on tower. Foundation consists of 116 pneumatic caissons sunk 260 feet below water level. Total cost $13,000,000.


Hotel McAlpin, Largest Hotel in the World, Herald Square, New York.


Metropolitan Life Insurance Building
This building is on Madison Avenue, facing Madison Square. It is built of magnificent carved marble, mos elegantly finished. The building occupies an entire block, is 52 stories high, 700 feet high. Home office of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company.


Brooklyn Bridge, spanning East River from City Hall, Manhattan, to Sands St., Brooklyn, was opened May 4, 1883, and cost $21,000,000. It took thirteen years to build this bridge and it was the first suspension bridge of its kind in the world.

Wallingford, Connecticut

The Yankee Silversmith Inn is still in business. Visit them at http://www.nearhome.com/ct/wallingford/yankee/index.htm.


The Yankee Silversmith Inn
An early American Inn serving old-fashioned New England food and drink attracts travelers and gourmets - not occasionally, but often. Pine paneling, dark beams, collections of silver and pewter, and old prints appropriately depict silversmithing for which the area is famous. Five private rooms accommodating to 300 persons are most versatile. Facilities for the handicapped - Braille menu.
The Silversmith Parlour Car, an 1894 R. R. Coach, restored with the original paneling, velvets, marble and brass for cocktails and entertainment.
The Silversmith Country Store, truly an experience. Exit 66, W, Cross Parkway, or Exit 15, I-91, Wallingford, Connecticut.

Stonington, Connecticut

This tradition continues to this day. Find out more at http://www.stoningtonblessing.com/.


Stonington, Connecticut - Blessing Of The Fleet is a colorful annual ritual. Commercial fishing boats are decorated with flags, pennants, and flowers as they parade out to sea where the fleet is blessed and services are held in remembrance of fishermen who were lost or died at sea.