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Disney At The 1964-1965 New York World’s Fair: Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln

March 18, 2024 by Chuck Schmidt

The Walt Disney Company’s participation in the 1964-1965 New York World's Fair can be traced as far back as 1957. “It started, I guess, with Abraham Lincoln,” remembered Marty Sklar, former head of Walt Disney Imagineering, during an interview in 2010. “That show had been written – not the single Lincoln, but the entire Hall of Presidents show – in 1957.”

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Disney’s Enduring Legacy At The 1964-1965 New York World’s Fair

March 4, 2024 by Chuck Schmidt

“The World’s Fair was really a big lesson, a big proving ground in many ways for us,” Marty Sklar, former head of Walt Disney Imagineering and a Disney Legend, said in 2010. “The main thing we learned was that the audience was there for Disney-style entertainment.”

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ALL of Disneyland’s Rides RANKED

February 14, 2024 by David Goodkind

See where your favorite ride ended up in our ranking of EVERY Disneyland attraction!

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See Disney’s NEW 100th Anniversary Addition on Main Street, U.S.A.

October 29, 2023 by JP

Heading to Disneyland soon? Here's where you can watch Disney's 100th Anniversary film, Once Upon a Studio inside the park!

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PHOTOS: Disneyland’s New ‘Muppets Haunted Mansion’ Display is FULL of Hidden Details!

October 8, 2021 by Jenna Saxton

There's a NEW display that takes guests behind the scenes of Disney+'s 'Muppets Haunted Mansion' in Disneyland! Check it out here!

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Ford’s Magic Skyway at the 1964-1965 N.Y. World’s Fair Was a Breakthrough Achievement for Disney

July 6, 2020 by Chuck Schmidt

The Ford Motor Company’s Magic Skyway attraction was among the five most-attended shows at the 1964-1965 New York World’s Fair. The attraction was conceived and created by some of the most talented people working for WED Enterprises, the forerunner of Walt Disney Imagineering. It combined a compelling story – a motor tour through the story of man, from primeval times to a glimpse into what the future might hold – with a new ride system which allowed nearly 2,000 guests to enjoy the experience every hour. It also was among the first attractions to feature game-changing Audio-Animatronics technology.

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It’s Time We Thanked Blaine Gibson, Man of 100 Faces

February 20, 2020 by Molly McCormack

Blaine Gibson was one of the most legendary Disney Imagineers. From pirates to presidents, he brought to life dozens of iconic audio-animatronics. Read more to learn all about this incredible artist.

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New Limited-Time Mary Poppins Returns Exhibit Opens in Disneyland

December 6, 2018 by Sarah Sands

A new exhibit featuring the art of the upcoming movie Mary Poppins Returns has opened in Disneyland's Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln lobby. Learn more about the exhibit and see photos here.

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From the Tickle Trunk – Audio-Animatronics

September 13, 2015 by Gary Cruise

On a recent trip into his wife's Tickle Trunk, blogger Gary Cruise came across an article on Audio-Animatronics from the Summer 2003 issue of Disney Magazine. The article described how the Enchanted Tiki Room, with its exciting new technology, created a sensation more than 50 years ago.

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Disney Pic of the Week: 2013 Review

December 31, 2013 by Scott Thomas

Another year is about to close. At this time, Lisa and I would like to share with you our highlights from this year’s Disney vacations. Today, I am going to share with you two photographs from my trip to Disney’s California Adventure and Disneyland. I will share my Walt Disney World ones on Friday. Many … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: 2013 Review"

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