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A gigantic figure clad in an asbestos suit could be seen stepping from a flaming pit, which symbolized man's ability to control heat and protect himself from fire through the use of the "magic mineral" asbestos.

Other exhibits showed how Johns-Manville had transformed four of nature's minerals–asbestos, diatomaceous earth, limestone and asphalt into useful products for the home and industry.

Johns Manville
Johns Manville - photo 123
Johns Manville Building
Johns Manville - photo courtesy of the Johns Manville Corp

Johns Manville Building at night
Johns Manville - photo courtesy of the Johns Manville Corp

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