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Almost 100 million years ago, in what is now Pike County, nature created one of the world's most unusual diamond-bearing formations, the big volcanic "pipe" that now serves as the centerpiece of Crater of Diamonds State Park.
In 1876, the United States hosted its first World's Fair in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. World's Fairs in the United States invited participation from each state, with each state funding its own building and displays. Arkansas' participation in numerous world's fairs in the United States presented an opportunity to advertise the state's accomplishments and promote settlement.