Tag: Main Street U.S.A.

Windows On Main Street USA

Posted on by Jack Spence
Have you ever wondered about the names and advertisements that appear on the windows above Main Street? Have you ever wondered if they were/are real people, and if so, what did they do to have their names immortalized? If yes, then a new booklet entitled “Windows on Main Street“ might be of interest to you. … Continue reading "Windows On Main Street USA"
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Have a Seat in Walt Disney World – Part 1

Posted on by Jack Spence
Anyone who has ever visited a theme park knows that it doesn’t take very long before your feet begin to hurt and your back begins to ache. Most of us just don’t spend that much time walking — and standing — anymore. We often tucker out quickly. So it’s no surprise that Disney has placed … Continue reading "Have a Seat in Walt Disney World – Part 1"
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Saving Main Street

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2009 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200VR lens Although I have many pictures of the Main Street windows in the Magic Kingdom, none of them are very good. I took these in the worst possible light, so the exposure is bad and there are terrible shadows and reflections. You can even see the reflection … Continue reading "Saving Main Street"
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Magic Kingdom Odds & Ends

Posted on by Jack Spence
I have a few more bits of trivia to share with you, so sit back and enjoy. Let’s start at City Hall. Inside this building are two paintings hanging on the wall behind the receptionist desk. (I only have a picture of one.) Did you know, these paintings appeared in the “movie” section of the … Continue reading "Magic Kingdom Odds & Ends"
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Owen Pope and Main Street USA

Posted on by Jack Spence
While looking for interesting bits of trivia in the Magic Kingdom to share with you, I recently came across a Main Street window that brought back an old memory of mine. This window isn’t located high above your head on a second story pane, but rather on the side of the Car Barn. The Car … Continue reading "Owen Pope and Main Street USA"
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Main Street Train Station Bulletin Board

Posted on by Jack Spence
There is an “Arrival and Departure” bulletin board on the ground floor of the Main Street Train Station. The locations depicted are not just random names, but have meaning. Here they are: Grizzle Bear Flats: The Grizzly Flats Railroad was the name of Ward Kimball’s backyard railroad. Kimball Canyon: Animator Ward Kimball was one of … Continue reading "Main Street Train Station Bulletin Board"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Main Street

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Hiya kids! This week Barrie, Scott, and I will share some of our favorite photos of Main Street with you. Just the thought of walking down Main Street is sure to put a smile on your face. Right now I can smell the English toffee coming from the Candy Kitchen in Disneyland. I see the … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Main Street"
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Main Street Magic Kingdom Hidden Mickeys

Posted on by Steve Barrett
Now and then, I’m enlightened about an awesome new Hidden Mickey. At least, new to me. Kelly McAdams wrote to me about a classic Mickey image in Tony’s Town Square Restaurant in the Magic Kingdom. I’ll admit, I get really excited when folks direct me to any new Hidden Mickey images. However, some images are … Continue reading "Main Street Magic Kingdom Hidden Mickeys"
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Where in the World? #40

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #39: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2008 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/320s shutter, f5.3 This beautiful horse pulls the trolley on Main Street USA in the Magic Kingdom. Ed Aleszczyk knew that! He was first to send in the correct answer this week, followed by a whole bunch of other … Continue reading "Where in the World? #40"
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