New York at the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, St. Louis 1904 Report of the New York State Commission

This volume records the official report of the New York State Commission to the 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition in St. Louis. Written by the commission’s secretary and chief executive, it opens with a concise historical sketch and an overview of New York’s planning and participation. The text details the design and purpose of the New York State Building, the schedule of dedication ceremonies, and the organization of state‑wide “week” events that highlighted industry, agriculture, and the arts.

Interwoven with the narrative are extensive listings of exhibits—fine arts, horticulture, mining, education and more—each accompanied by brief descriptions of awarded prizes and notable displays. Full‑page illustrations depict the grand halls, pavilions and decorative features that visitors would have encountered. Readers gain a vivid sense of how New York presented its achievements to a national audience at the turn of the century, making the report a valuable snapshot of early‑20th‑century American exposition culture.