Perylon Hall - photo 159

Perylon Hall Perylon Hall was used to entertain all visiting heads of state: kings, presidents, and governors. It was closed on September 25 or 26, 1939, due to the great pressure put on Governor Whalen and the Fair to make more money

One of the last banquets held there was for Secretary of State Cordell Hull on September 22. All subsequent receptions were held at the Terrace Club or at the Administration Building's restaurant.

The Fair Corporation later decided to re-open Perylon Hall daily, except Sunday, to offer luncheons at $1.50 and dinner at $3.50.