The Candela Structures
Based on an exhibit that appeared at the City Reliquary during the summer of 2009

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July 11, 2010
We've just learned about a fantastic 1966 research paper about the design, manufacture, and assembly of the Candela Structures and two other attractions at the 1964 World's Fair. If only we'd known about this paper when we were creating the exhibit! The portion about the Candela Structures (referred to in the paper as "Marina Structures") begins near the bottom of the eighth page.

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July 11, 2010
We've added the Candela Structures to Google Maps. Why not add your own review?

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June 30, 2010
A column by Kirsten about a recent visit to the Candela Structures was published by the Architectural League's Urban Omnibus blog.

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January 23, 2010
Candela souvenirs — including T-shirts — are available in our Zazzle store.

 

 

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