FIRST LOOK: New National Geographic Store in Opens in Disney Springs!
Calling all intrepid explorers, Earth scientists, nature lovers, and more! We’re over at Disney Springs, where an all-new National Geographic store has opened up to guests to enjoy!
Here’s everything you need to know!
Earlier this week, MickeyBlog reported that the Dress Shop, located within the Marketplace Co-Op at Disney Springs, had been closed off for renovation.
At the time, we weren’t sure what would be taking the place of the Dress Shop inside this popular and stylish co-op store, but today we got our answer!
NEWS: The Marketplace Co-Op store in Disney springs is now the home to lots of @NatGeo Merchandise! Check it out the next time you are in the area! @DisneySprings #Disneyparks pic.twitter.com/bVKFEMCnls
— MickeyBlog.com (@MickeyBlog_) October 14, 2022
The curtains have been pulled back, revealing this stunning new storefront, filled with all things National Geographic!
The iconic National Geographic brand is owned by Disney, and we have recently been spotting an increase in Nat Geo-inspired merchandise items popping up around the parks and online on shopDisney.
Now, the channel have their own store at Walt Disney World for guests to enjoy, and we’re sure it’s going to be a hit!
So, while we’re passing, let’s take a closer look around!
As we explore the new area, we can see everything that National Geographic stands for represented loud and clear among the items on sale.
Nature, wildlife, conservation, and the expansive beauty of our planet are all showcased among these rails, and it gives the store a gorgeously tranquil vibe, full of wonder and aventure!
Available for purchase is a large range of “lifestyle apparel,” inspired by aspects of nature including the ocean, animals, and more.
There’s sweaters, tees, even strong coats for the most adventurous among us!
As well as apparel, items of homeware can also be found, and also specialty toys and kits to encourage the field of earth sciences among younger audiences!
According to a friendly Cast Member, all the products here are crafted from 100% recycled materials.
The concept of the store honoring conservation efforts and helping the world is clearly a popular sentiment here – among guests and Cast Members alike – so we look forward to seeing how the store evolves over time!
Back in May, Disney Vacation Club announced a new lineup of National Geographic Expeditions for guests to enjoy. We can’t help but think that some of this kit would be fantastic to take with you on some of these once-in-a-lifetime trips!
Some of the products we absolutely love are these science kids for kids, designed especially by Nat Geo to encourage STEM learning!
This “Dino Egg Dig Kit” costs $14.99, and includes a fun excavation activity for budding archaeologists, or palaeontologists in-the-making!
One particularly eye-catching aspect of the store is this large mural, printed on one of the dividing walls between stores within the Marketplace.
The sign lets us know that “every purchase helps support the global nonprofit National Geographic Society in its work to protect and illuminate our world through exploration, research, and education.”
We love this mission, and love that it is being so clearly represented and valued here at Disney Springs!
As well as all the incredible merchandise on offer, the atmosphere in the store is exemplified by the cool props and other awe-inspiring details.
We adore this under-the-sea wall mural, and appreciate the little touches of National Geographic magazines, artefacts, and other science objects dotted around the store.
In the center, there is even a comfy seating area, positioned around a huge globe for guests to ponder over as they consider the Nat Geo mission and ethos!
Next time you’re visiting Disney Springs, we definitely recommend you swing by the Marketplace Co-Op to admire this awesome new National Geographic store. We hope to see more of these items cropping up around the rest of Walt Disney World too, so make sure you stay tuned to see what happens next!
But, if you were a loyal fan of the Dress Shop – don’t worry! The gorgeous styles will still be available in other stores around Walt Disney World, as well as online at shopDisney.
Make sure you stay tuned to MickeyBlog.com to see the latest trends, and learn about where they’re available going forward!
We hope you enjoyed exploring this new store with us!