INDONESIA

The cultural heritage of this nation of more than 3,000 islands and many diverse people is displayed in a graceful pavilion designed by R. M. Sudarsono, architect of the Palace of State on Bali. A temple gate and a shrine stand outside the main building. Inside, photographs illustrate the country's history, natural resources and current social programs, and various aspects of life on the major islands of Bali, Java and Sumatra are also shown. There are works of art (including large collections of puppets), demonstrations of handicrafts, a souvenir shop and a restaurant with entertainment.

Both the old and new of Indonesia are seen in this view of the pavilion entrance. (CD19 Set 100 #20)
A skilled workers is seen demonstrating the traditional art of batik painting. (CD22 Set 120 #7)
Unfortunately politics and financing woes led to the early closure of the Indonesia pavilion. Faced with several months of unpaid rent bills, the World's Fair Corporation ordered the pavilion closed in 1965. For the rest of the Fair the building stood empty, with a simple set of barricades blocking the entrance. (CD5 Set 19 #63)

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