Knoxville's 1982 World's Fair

Description: Step back into Knoxville’s 1982 World’s Fair with this Images of America book documenting the six-month international exposition that transformed the city. Held from May 1 through October 31, 1982, Expo ’82 welcomed more than 11 million visitors and 22 countries around the theme “Energy Turns the World.” Explore the entertainment, parades, exhibits, food, rides, sporting events, and unforgettable moments that brought the world to Knoxville and left a lasting mark on the city.

Created by: Martha Rose Woodward