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Western Provinces Pavilion

Exterior view photograph. Western Provinces Pavilion exterior (lot C-410). The daring roof stucture of the Western Provinces Pavilion was designed to symbolize the transition from the horizontal planes of the Prarie Provinces (Manitoba and Saskatchewan) to the tall mountain regions of British Columbia and Alberta. Live trees projected from the centre of the roof furthering the landscape inspired visitors entering through a corridor leading to a theatre with a show about the poeple of the West. The procession followed to a mine shaft cage, a simulated descent and finally to a mine tunnel exhibit. The ten following exhibits continued along and were devoted to Western Canadian forests, mines, fishing, petroleum, agriculture electricity and people. Upward curving conical roof structure. Reinforced concrete walls and floors finished with cement plaster. Laminated B.C Fir roof and wood decking. (S: 104' x 117' --- A: 12,500 sq. ft. --- H: 48' 6")

18' Aluminum Sculptures

Interior view photograph. Ten, 18-foot tall aluminum figures sculpted by artist Mario Armengol in the Britain Pavilion's "Britain in the World" themed section.

Astronomic Telescope

Interior view photograph. A space instrument displayed on the upper level of the Britain Pavilion Tower.

British Fashion Display 2

Interior view photograph. Mannequins wearing popular fashion items in the Britain pavilion's "Britain Today" themed section.

Paper Hanging

Interior view photograph. A statue of a boy and a girl hanging paper.

Famous Britons 2

Interior view photograph. A series of statues, statuettes and captions showcasing famous Brits and their achievements.

Books Galore

Interior view photograph. A collection of famous British books adorned by a tiny school boy figurine.

Rose Bush

Interior view photograph. A faux rose bush and statue. The caption reads: "We believe in the Englishness of Roses"

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