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Tower of the Americas

Description: Photograph of the 622 foot Tower of Americas and four carriages from the Swiss Skyride passing in front. The Swiss Skyride was one of the forms of transportation at HemisFair '68, and it carried visitors 80 ft. above the ground.
Date: [1968-04..1968-10]
Partner: UT San Antonio Libraries Special Collections

Lagoon boat ride alongside the monorail

Description: Photograph of people riding in a lagoon boat alongside the Mini-Monorail as they pass by the Plaza of Flags at the 1968 World's Fair. Other people are walking in the plaza, where a number of international flags are flying on individual poles.
Date: [1968-04..1968-10]
Partner: UT San Antonio Libraries Special Collections

225 Lafitte Lot No. 340-multi-family dwelling

Description: Black and white photograph of a house at 225 Lafitte, San Antonio. It is a large two story house with balconies on both levels at the front of the house. The balconies are supported by thick square columns and have wooden railings. The upper floor has four large windows and there is also an attic window. Four steps lead up to the front door. There is a large bush in the front yard. The house is located in an area that was redeveloped because of HemisFair '68.
Date: 196X
Partner: UT San Antonio Libraries Special Collections

Spain Pavilion at HemisFair '68

Description: Color image of the Spain Pavilion at the 1968 World's Fair known as HemisFair '68, held from April to October 1968 in San Antonio. The pavilion has a white stucco exterior finish and has two doors with light brown trim that are a distance apart and separated by a square decorative pattern. There are also several potted plants in front of the building.
Date: 1968?
Partner: UT San Antonio Libraries Special Collections
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