1934 National Stamp Exhibition

The 1934 National Stamp Exhibition was held at the Rockefeller Center in New York City, and it was one of the most significant philatelic events in the United States at that time. The exhibition was organized by the American Philatelic Society, and it took place from May 7 to May 12, 1934.

The exhibition showcased some of the most exceptional and rarest stamps from around the world, including those from the United States, Great Britain, and Germany. Exhibitors from across the United States displayed their stamp collections, and visitors were treated to a vast array of stamps, covers, and postal history items. One of the highlights of the exhibition was the display of the famous "Inverted Jenny" stamp, which is one of the most iconic and valuable stamps in philatelic history.

The exhibition was held in the Rockefeller Center, which was at that time one of the most prestigious and significant commercial centers in New York City. The Center was designed to be a "city within a city," with multiple buildings and underground passageways connecting them. The exhibition was held in one of the Center's main buildings, which provided ample space and a beautiful setting for the event.

The 1934 National Stamp Exhibition was a tremendous success, with thousands of visitors attending the event. The exhibition was seen as a significant milestone in American philatelic history, as it helped to raise the profile of stamp collecting and promote the hobby to a broader audience. The success of the event led to the creation of similar exhibitions across the United States, helping to establish stamp collecting as one of the most popular and enduring hobbies of the 20th century.