3. New York State Pavilion, Queens
The New York State Pavilion is one of the few structures that survived from the 1964-65 World’s Fair at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park in Queens. Designed by noted architect Philip Johnson, there was much debate over what to do with the pavilion once the fair had closed and it was at risk of demolition.
Remnants of the World’s Fairs Tour
The New York State Pavilion project is being recognized for the work that has recently gone into preserving the existing structures of the pavilion including the Tent of Tomorrow and the Astro View Observation Towers. The $24 million restoration project has included the stabilization of the towers and the installation of architectural lighting at the towers and Tent of Tomorrow. These improvements are intended to immediately enhance the Pavilion now, to make future maintenance and access easier, and to encourage funding for future projects.