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Re-Discovering America: Family Treasures from the Kinsey Collection

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Friday, March 8, marked the grand opening of the newest exhibit to be housed in Epcot's American Heritage Gallery -- "Re-Discovering America: Family Treasures from the Kinsey Collection." This exhibit of rare African-American art, documents, books and other artifacts from the personal collection of philanthropists Bernard and Shirley Kinsey will be on display in the gallery for the next three years. The current exhibit, which consists of about 40 items, is only a fraction of the approximately 300 pieces that the Kinseys have gathered over the past 30 years. Every six months, the exhibit will be refreshed with different pieces.
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Where Art and History Intersect: Epcot Welcomes the Kinsey Collection

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Guests to the American Adventure pavilion at Epcot will journey "between the pages" of history as the American Heritage Gallery opens its doors to an art exhibit representing over 400 years of African-American achievement and contribution. "Re-Discovering America: Family Treasures from the Kinsey Collection," which opens March 8, draws from an extensive collection of rare art, documents, books and artifacts amassed by philanthropists Bernard and Shirley Kinsey, who share a passion for African-American history.
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It’s Over My Head – Part Three – Epcot

Posted on by Jack Spence
Last week I began a discussion about the many wonderful details that can be found above our heads at the Disney parks. I talked about both the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Today I will continue my story with the ceilings and up-high details of Epcot. Not all ceilings are beautiful or even tolerable. … Continue reading "It’s Over My Head – Part Three – Epcot"
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Tell your kids about their heritage with personalized books sold at Epcot

Posted on by AllEars
Deanna Bufo Novak A new retail stand at Epcot shares the same mission as the World Showcase portion of the Walt Disney World park — to educate visitors about countries around the globe. In this case, though, the nations are those that make up an individual child’s heritage. At kidsHeritage, Inc., guests design personalized books … Continue reading "Tell your kids about their heritage with personalized books sold at Epcot"
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Cast Member Magic at Walt Disney World

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Disney parks are wonderful.The attractions and rides are second to none in the world. As Lisa would remind us, without the Cast Members, the MAGIC we all associate with a Disney vacation would not exist. On my last trip, I meet three such Cast Members which created magic for my family and other guests. While … Continue reading "Cast Member Magic at Walt Disney World"
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Epcot – Sculpting the Spirits of America -Looking Back

Posted on by AllEars
As we move closer to October 1st and the 30th anniversary of Epcot, I thought I’d dig into my archives and share some images and information. Over 300 sculpted art works, including 154 in World Showcase, helped theme the brand new park. Blaine Gibson, head of the WED sculpting team, explains “There are many things … Continue reading "Epcot – Sculpting the Spirits of America -Looking Back"
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A Topiary Salute to Woody

Posted on by Lisa Berton
It’s extraordinary what Disney horticulturists do with plants, flowers, and metal. Every year Epcot boasts an explosion of talent all over the park in the form of character topiaries during the Flower and Garden Festival. While some character topiaries add to the location they’re in, others fit into the lay of the land perfectly. I … Continue reading "A Topiary Salute to Woody"
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Come to American Adventure, We Have Candy

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Standing near the register in Heritage Manor Gifts, the shop at American Adventure in Epcot, I found myself shaking my head in disbelief over the gunfight between young brothers running amuck. I personally am not a fan of toy weapons. Then I noticed that a lot of the historical merchandise was gone. If memory serves … Continue reading "Come to American Adventure, We Have Candy"
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Prime Epcot

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Prime Epcot When I am in a photography funk and want to challenge myself, I take my favorite zoom lens off my camera and put on my Nikon 50mm f/1.8 prime lens. What I call the Nifty-Fifty. I did this for a day at Epcot and came away with some of the best photos I … Continue reading "Prime Epcot"
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