Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln is an attraction at Disneyland that showcases an audio-animatronic figure of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States. The attraction was created in 1964 by Walt Disney Imagineering for the New York World’s Fair. The attraction was transported to Disneyland the following year, and it has been a popular feature at the park ever since.
Visitors to Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln enter a theater where they watch a short film that provides a historical overview of Abraham Lincoln’s life and accomplishments. After the film, the curtains part to reveal a life-sized animatronic figure of Abraham Lincoln.
The animatronic Lincoln delivers a speech based on his historic addresses, including the Gettysburg Address and the Emancipation Proclamation. The movements of the figure are incredibly lifelike, thanks to the advanced technology of Disney’s audio-animatronics.
The attraction is a tribute to one of America’s most revered presidents and offers visitors a chance to experience a piece of history in a unique and entertaining way. Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln is located in the Main Street, U.S.A. section of Disneyland and is a must-see for history buffs and Disney fans alike.