This Day in Disney History- July 13
Welcome back to our continuing journey through the history of the Walt Disney Company. Today we are looking at the events on this day in Disney history- July 13.
July 13th was a slower day in Disney history, but it still featured the release of a Goofy cartoon, an important moment in Disneyland history, and the premiere of a new Disney Junior show. So, let’s get going!
Mickey’s Garden Released (1935)
On this day in 1935, the Mickey Mouse cartoon Mickey’s Garden was released.
The cartoon featured the first color appearance of Pluto!
Californy er Bust Released (1945)
On this day in 1945, the Goofy cartoon Californy er Bust was released.
In the cartoon, Goofy takes a covered wagon on the overland trail to California.
Chuck Jones Begins At Disney (1953)
On this day in 1953, legendary animator Chick Jones began working at the Disney Studios.
Despite leaving after four months to return to Warner Brothers, Jones had nothing but good things to say about Walt and his studio.
Walt and Lillian Disney Celebrate Their 30th Anniversary (1955)
On this day in 1955, Walt and Lillian Disney celebrated their 30 anniversary a the not-yet-open Disneyland.
After taking a ride on the Rivers of America, guests were invited to the Golden Horseshow Saloon for the first performance of the Golden Horseshoe Revue.
Disney Channel and Jim Henson Productions Reach Deal (1992)
On this day in 1992, Disney Channel and Jim Henson Productions announced a distribution agreement.
As part of the agreement, Fraggle Rock and other Henson properties were shown on the Disney Channel.
The Jennie Project Premieres (2001)
On this day in 2001, the Disney Channel Original Movie The Jennie Project premiered.
The film told the story of a chimpanzee who knows how to use American Sign Language.
Autopia Opens in Hong Kong Disneyland (2006)
On this day in 2006, Autopia opened in Hong Kong Disneyland.
The first version of the attraction to use electric cars, the Hong Kong Disneyland Autopia also has an onboard audio system.
Fancy Nancy Debuts (2018)
On this day in 2018, Fancy Nancy debuted on Disney Junior.
The computer-animated children’s series followed the day in the life of Nancy, a little girl who adores everything fancy.
That concludes this day in Disney history- July 13. So, be sure to come back tomorrow to see what happens next!
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