The Great Exhibition: everything you wanted to know
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The Lasting Impact of the Great Exhibition
This chapter explores the financial legacy of the Great Exhibition, detailing how its profits led to the establishment of iconic museums in London and inspired cultural institutions worldwide. It discusses the exhibition's reflection of Victorian optimism, its far-reaching influence on museum culture, and the challenges of recreating such a monumental event today.
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