The purpose of the International Cotton Exposition was to showcase and promote the cotton industry, particularly the innovations in cotton manufacturing and machinery. It aimed to attract national and international attention to the cotton industry in the United States, mainly in the southern states, and to stimulate trade and investment in cotton-related businesses. The exposition also provided a platform for exchanging ideas, discussing challenges and advancements in the industry, and fostering collaboration among cotton manufacturers, farmers, and other stakeholders.
