This product is an Original 1904 St. Louis World's Fair (German Tyrolean Alps Magic Grotto Ticket (Louisiana Purchase Exposition). It serves as a historical memorabilia piece, specifically connected to the World's Fair theme of the event held in St. Louis. This collectible item offers a glimpse into the architecture and exhibits of the fair, making it a valuable piece for collectors interested in fairs, parks, and historical events.

Original 1904 St. Louis World's Fair (German Tyrolean Alps Magic Grotto Ticket #19062

The hole in the ticket was created by an attraction attendant using a hand-held hole punch to cancel the ticket and prevent it from being reused.

Size 1” x 2”

In good condition for being 120+ years old, has some wear as seen in pictures. The last picture shows where Tyrolean Alps was in the Fairgrounds.

Ticket says:

GERMAN TYROLEAN ALPS

MAGIC GROTTO

5 CENTS SERIES S

19062

Back of ticket

Outer Circle (top left going clockwise):

RECORDED UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MISSOURI

DEPARTMENT OF CONCESSION.

Inner Circle (top left going clockwise):

LOUISIANA PURCHASE EXPOSITION COMP NORRIS B. GREGG DIRECTOR THE LAWS JOHN A. WAKEFIELD CHIEF

Center:

5

LPE

5

Bottom Center (very small text):

BOSTON, MASS.

The Magic Grotto at the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair (Louisiana Purchase Exposition).

Location: It was part of the Tyrolean Alps concession, a major attraction on "The Pike" (the fair's amusement area) that replicated Swiss mountain scenery, featuring a chapel, a village, and a restaurant.

Details: The Tyrolean Alps required a general admission fee, with additional charges for specific, more detailed experiences within it, including the Magic Grotto and the Royal Castle.

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