Venezuela Pavilion of Expo 1967

The Venezuela Pavilion at Expo 1967 consisted of three aluminum-clad cubes, each measuring 13 meters on each side, connected by ramps to a central structure. The first cube displayed audiovisual presentations about Venezuelan history, economy, geography, politics, and society, while the middle cube housed a restaurant with Venezuelan folk music, offices, and visitor services.

The pavilion was built for the 1967 International and Universal Exposition, which brought together 90 nations to display their achievements and cultures. Venezuela presented itself with this modern architecture and artistic content as an emerging cultural nation on the world stage.

The third cube held a kinetic art installation by Jesus Soto accompanied by electronic music composed by Antonio Estevez specifically for the exhibition. This artistic combination showcased Venezuela's modern creative side on the international stage.

The Expo 1967 grounds are publicly accessible today with some original structures still standing, making it possible to explore the site either fully or in sections. It helps to plan your visit since the area is large, and you can focus on different zones depending on your interests.

The structure with its cubic modules was a notable architectural choice for the time, showcasing Venezuela's commitment to contemporary design thinking. The blend of geometric form and artistic content made it a memorable example of how architecture and art came together to represent a nation.

Inception: 1967

Architects: Carlos Raúl Villanueva

GPS coordinates: 45.51064,-73.52794

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:44