This Day in Disney History- October 24
Welcome back to our magical journey through The Walt Disney Company’s past. Today we are looking at the events on this day in Disney history- October 24.
October 24th was a busy day in Disney history, with the dedication of a Disney Park, the loss of a Disney Legend, and the announced removal of a park icon. So, let’s get started!
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Springtime Released (1929)
On this day in 1929, Springtime was released.
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Directed by Ub Iwerks, the third Sily Symhony depicted nature coming alive in spring.
Donald’s Camera Released (1941)
On this day in 1941, Donald’s Camera was released.
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In the cartoon, Donald goes into the wilderness to snap pictures of wildlife.
Disney’s Contemporary and Polynesian Village Resort Dedicated (1971)
On this day in 1971, Disney’s Contemporary and Polynesian Villiage Resorts were dedicated.
Bob Hope led the festivities at the Contemporary, while a special luau took place at the Polynesian.
Walt Disney World’s Electrical Water Pagent Debuts (1971)
Also on this day in 1971, Walt Disney World’s Electrical Water Pagent was performed for the first time.
The nighttime procession in the Seven Seas Lagoon continues to be performed today!
EPCOT Center Dedicated (1982)
On this day in 1982, EPCOT Center was officially dedicated.
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Nearly 10,000 guests were in attendance as Card Walker read the park’s dedication including Donn Tatum and Lilian Disney.
Gargoyles Premieres (1994)
On this day in 1994, Gargoyles premiered as part of the Disney Afternoon.
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The film told the story of a clan of gargoyles who were frozen in stone in medieval Scotland but returned to life in modern New York.
Brother Bear Premieres (2003)
On this day in 2003, Brother Bear premiered at the El Capitan Theater in Hollywood.
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Disney’s newest animated feature film told the story of a hunter who is transformed into a bear after killing a young cub’s mother.
Club Penguin Released (2005)
On this in 2005, Club Penguin was released to the general public.
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The online game would be purchased by Disney in August of 2007.
Pixie Hollow Opens (2008)
On this day in 2008, Pixie Hollow opened in the Magic Kingdom’s Toontown Fair.
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The new meet and greet allowed guests to interact with Tinker Bell and her fairy friends.
High School Musical 3: Senior Year Released (2008)
On this day in 2008, High School Musical 3: Senior Year was released.
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The third installment of the High School Musical franchise, the film was the first to be released in theaters.
Lucille Martin Passes Away at 90
On this day in 2012, Disney Legend Lucille Martin passed away at age 90.
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Martin began her career as a personal secretary to Walt Disney before rising through the ranks and serving as vice president and special assistant to The Walt Disney Company Board of Directors.
Disney’s Plans to Remove Sorcerer’s Hat Revealed
Finally, on this day in 2004, it was reported that Disney would be removing the Sorcerer Hat from Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2015.
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The hat was originally erected as part of the 100 Years of Magic celebration.
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That concludes this day in Disney history- October 24. So, be sure to come back tomorrow to see what happens next!
