last month that Dargan convinced the railways to offer a very inexpensive excursions rate and combined with an admission ticket for almost nothing, did some of the general Irish public get to see the crystal palace in Dublin. Outcome The Illustrated Dublin Exhibition Catalogue commented: However, overall attendance was lower than expected at approximately 1.15 million visitors, leaving Dargan with a financial loss of approximately £9,000. References External links List of photographic exhibits at the exhibition 1853 festivals 1853 in Ireland 1850s in Dublin (city) 19th century in technology World's fairs in Dublin (city) Technology events