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The World Expositions of the turn of the century were major events that attracted millions of visitors. The belief in the future and expectations for new breakthroughs were high, and many wanted to see the latest technical solutions, inventions, and developments in aesthetics. In Sweden, national exhibitions were held in various locations, inspired by the continent's more extensive events.
How can one view these exhibitions – and what traces have they left?

Participants: Anders Houltz, research director at the Center for Business History, Emelie Höglund, and Julia Lundström from the Hallwyl Museum.

Anders Houltz is editor and co-author of the book "In the Time of the World Expositions: The Royal House, Business & Media". (Förlaget Näringslivshistoria 2017).

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