PHOTOS: Construction Continues on Mystery Structure at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
While we await news on the highly-anticipated DinoLand USA transformation at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, smaller changes are happening right under our noses!
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Harambe Market
For the past several months, we’ve followed the progress of this new mystery structure located in the Africa section of Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
![Construction at Animal Kingdom](https://mickeyblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Animal-Kingdom-Africa-Construction-2-scaled.jpg)
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Mystery Structure in Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Let’s check out what’s new!
Construction Continues on Mystery Structure
Back in November, we reported noticeable progress on the structure, including a visible roof and dormers.
This week, MickeyBlog reporters spotted even more progress behind the scrim.
![Construction DAK](https://mickeyblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Construction-DAK-scaled.jpeg)
![Construction DAK](https://mickeyblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Construction-DAK-scaled.jpeg)
Construction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Thatching has been added to the roof, lending the building a beautiful, natural vibe. This organic look is characteristic of the Africa section of the park and will help the new structure to blend in seamlessly.
Meanwhile, scrim remains along the building, extending down the path to Harambe Market. Black brackets have been installed, holding long beams of plywood.
![Construction DAK](https://mickeyblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Construction-DAK-Roof.jpeg)
![Construction DAK](https://mickeyblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Construction-DAK-Roof.jpeg)
Construction on Mystery Structure at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
No announcement has been made regarding the scope of the project or the intended use of the building. As a result, the end result remains a mystery. Our bets are on additional (shaded!) seating, or perhaps a new dining area.
Whatever the case, we’re excited to see what becomes of this mysterious construction!
![Construction DAK](https://mickeyblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Construction-DAK-Roofline-scaled.jpeg)
![Construction DAK](https://mickeyblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Construction-DAK-Roofline-scaled.jpeg)
Construction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Bigger Changes Afoot in Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Africa’s new mystery structure might seem like a small development, but big changes are coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom!
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Animal Kingdom
At D23 this past September, Disney announced plans to reimagine DinoLand U.S.A. into a brand-new land described as a “tropical Americas” experience.
![DinoLand concept art](https://mickeyblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/DinoLand-Concept-Art.jpeg)
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Disney shared exciting new concept art, revealing that the new section may feature theming and attractions based around Disney favorites like Indiana Jones and Encanto.
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Photo: Disney
Sadly, there’s since been little news regarding the upcoming transformation, but we look forward to learning more!
For all the latest info on the mystery structure in Africa – and for developments regarding the reimagination of DinoLand USA – stay tuned to MickeyBlog!