London 1851 and the Great Exhibition
Event Details
The Great Exhibition of 1851 was probably the most successful, memorable and
influential cultural event of the 19th century.
With Prince Albert’s energetic patronage and Joseph Paxton’s gigantic pre-fabricated
building of iron and glass, Hyde Park was from May to October 1851, filled with over six
million visitors who were able to view over 100,000 exhibits. When it closed it had generated a vast profit of £186,000.
Doors open at 7.00pm. Talk starts at 7.30pm
The talk is presented by the Surbiton and District Historical
Society. Tickets must be booked in advance. Booking and further information is available by emailing Paul (paulhowardlang1011@gmail.com). Non-members are asked to contribute £2 when they attend events.
Society. Tickets must be booked in advance. Booking and further information is available by emailing Paul (paulhowardlang1011@gmail.com). Non-members are asked to contribute £2 when they attend events.