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New York World's Fair 1964-1965 "The Triumph of Man" This unique building is designed to resemble The Travelers famed symbol of insurance protection - the red umbrella. Within this unusual structure is the dramatic diorama "The Triumph of Man" showing man's struggle, growth and major achievements over the centuries.
The Travelers Exhibit is housed in a unique building - one that is patterned after its familiar symbol of insurance protection…the red umbrella. Within this structure is a dioramic portrayal of man’s struggle and growth against untold odds to reach his stature of today. It beings in prehistoric times 0 more than two billion years ago and shows his progress through centuries upon centuries to the present. You have the feeling of being there - a part of each episode - living it yourself in all its color, splendor and grimness. You hear the sounds of the day, the noises of battles, the cries of man’s agonies, the glories of achievement. You hear and see it all…just as it once was.
This beautiful structure, designed by internationally famous Minoru Yamasaki, is located in the heart of the Gateway Center in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota.
