This Day in Disney History- September 9
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- September 9.
September 9th was a slower day in Disney history, but it still featured the closure of a classic Disneyland attraction, the debut of a new animated series and the end of an Epcot parade. So, let’s get going.
Mickey’s Parrot Released (1938)
On this day in 1938, the Mickey Mouse cartoon Mickey’s Parrot was released.
The short, a talking parrot wanders through Mickey’s house while Mickey and Pluto believe they are tracking an escaped criminal.
The Carousel of Progress Closes in Disneyland
On this day in 1973, the Carousel of Progress closed at Disneyland.
The attraction originally premiered at the 1964 World’s Fair, and closed in Disneyland to move to Walt Disney World.
Teacher’s Pet Debuts (2000)
On this day in 2000, the animated series Teacher’s Pet debuted.
The series follows the adventures of a 9-year-old boy named Leonard and his dog Spot, who dresses up as a boy and goes to school as a regular student named Scott.
Country Bear Playhouse Closes (2001)
On this day in 2001, Disneyland’s Country Bear Playhouse closed.
Originally known as the Country Bear Jamboree, the Audio-Animatronic show originally debuted in March 1972.
Tapestry of Nations Ends (2001)
Also on this day in 2001, Tapestry of Nations ended its run at Epcot.
Created for the Millenium Celebration, the Tapestry of Nations originally debuted in October 1999.
California Grill Reopens (2013)
On this day in 2013, the re-imagined California Grill opened.
The restaurant was given new floor-to-ceiling windows and decorative elements based on the work of Mary Blair.
Mighty Med Ends (2015)
On this day in 2015, Mighty Med ended its run on Disney XD.
The series followed the adventures of best friends Kaz and Oliver who get after-school jobs at Mighty Med- a secret hospital for superheroes.
That concludes this day in Disney history- September 9. So, be sure to come back tomorrow to see what happens next!