History Buffs Are Going to Love These D23 Expo Exhibits
The D23 Expo, the largest annual Disney fan event is headed to Anaheim this September and Disney is revealing some of the incredible details of the panels, exhibits and more that will be on display. Today, we’ve got something for all you Disney history buffs. The Walt Disney Archives have just announced some of the content they’ll be providing during this exciting weekend and…WOW!
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Walt Disney Archives Presents Step in Time
During this year’s D23 Expo, guests will get a chance to experience this exhibit celebrating the nearly 100 year history of The Walt Disney Company. As part of the kick-off to Disney 100, the exhibition will feature some incredible historical items from the Archives in immersive themed environments. You’ll be able to check out animated shorts, films, film premiere footage, televised productions and more. Covered will be Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, May Poppins, Tron, Haunted Mansion and more!
The gallery space will be split up into 9 themed areas where fans can capture photos and experience Disney’s rich history like never before. You’ll be able to captain the boat from Steamboat Willie, walk the “blue” carpet for the premiere of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs and visit the carousel horses from Mary Poppins.
Don’t miss your chance to check out some of Disney’s most iconic moments. Step in Time will be open on September 9, 10 and 11 at the Anaheim Convention Center.
The Walt Disney Archives Stage
Walt Disney Archives Stage will be back for another year and will feature more than a dozen panels and presentations throughout the weekend. This includes events with Disney Legend Bill Farmer, Archives director Becky Cline, author and historian Graham Allan, Walt Disney Imagineering global ambassador Bob Weis, Imagineers from the Illusioneering Lab and historian and artist Stacia Martin.
Attendees will bet to explore many of Disney’s worlds including a 50-year legacy of the Main Street Electrical Parade and a look back at the 80s & 90s versions of the Mickey Mouse Club.
A highlight of the weekend is sure to be Disney 100: The Exhibition which will take place on the Backlot Stage on September 10 at 10 am. This exhibit will eventually be heading to The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia next February!
What Happened To Walt’s Plane?
Walt Disney’s Grumman Gulfstream I airplane will be on display at this year’s D23 Expo. The plane is currently having its exterior restored and will be available for guests to view in the Arena of Anaheim Convention Center.
To accompany this momentous occasion, Walt Disney Archives has curated an all-new exhibit featuring specially selected items representing the history of the aircraft. The exhibit will include a customized instrument panel originally located near Walt’s favorite onboard seat, a telephone handset and a flight bag adorned with an image of Mickey Mouse sitting on the famous plane.
Getting Tickets for D23 Expo:
A limited number of single-day tickets are still available for Sunday of the D23 Expo. The cost is $99 for one-day adult admission and $79 for children (ages 3-12) Single Friday and Saturday tickets and 3-day passes are sold out. For more information on tickets and D23 Expo 2022, visit D23Expo.com.
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