Tag: History
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it’s a small world – DAPs From The Past
Today will start a three day look at attractions that are in the Tomorrowland film. It’s a look at some attractions that are still around to some extent, but we’re looking at their histories. All of this will lead up to the opening of the film. So, enjoy the first installment! “it’s a small world”…
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Disneyland's Innoventions – The Top Floor – Daps From the Past
In 1998 a revamp of Tomorrowland was completed at Disneyland. Among the changes that occurred was taking the Carousel Theater, which once housed attractions such as the Carousel of Progress and America Sings, and turned it into a west coast version of Innoventions. Innoventions has been a longtime pavilion at Epcot, and it made its…
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Princess Leia's Story Explored in Marvel Comic
A Leader Ascends in Your New Look at PRINCESS LEIA #1 New York, NY – February 10, 2014 – Lucasfilm Ltd. and Marvel Entertainment are extremely proud to present your new look at the highly anticipated PRINCESS LEIA #1 – the blockbuster new limited series set in the Star Wars™ universe! Eisner-award winning writer Mark…
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Knott's Berry Farm Preserves Get New Life
Before Knott’s Berry Farm was a theme park it was…a farm. Big surprise, I know. But, it was a farm that helped make the boysenberry that we know today. Since the 1920’s, Walter Knott and family had developed boysenberry products on their farm, and it all gave way to the Knott’s Berry Farm we know…
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Do Other Companies Belong In Disney Parks?
There has been a recent trend…and when I say recent, I mean in the last decade….that a lot of companies have opened eateries within Disney Parks. These companies also get to have their brands on the doors and menus to establish that their food is distinctly theirs. The two that I can think of are…
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Happy Halloween! – A Brief History of Halloween
From all of us here at DAPs Magic and Geeks Corner to all of you who follow our news and shenanigans, Happy Halloween! Today is the day that marks the pivot point between the celebration of fall and the falling towards the winter holidays. A Brief History of Halloween Halloween is believed to have originated…
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Golden Dreams – Daps From The Past
Disney California Adventure has gone through quite a few changes in just a little over a decade. Right around 2009 the park began to go through its first major overhaul and transformation. Some of the starting attractions were closed and removed. One of which was Golden Dreams. Golden Dreams was a 25-minute film starring Whoopi…
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Behind the Scenes of Knott's Scary Farm
Please note that some images and descriptions may be a little frightening. Take care in reading on Knott’s Scary Farm has a rich history of their Halloween events. For over 40 years, Scary Farm has scared up thrills and fun for people entering into the theme park for the after hours party. Last night I…
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EPCOT’s Maelstrom – DAPS From the Past
Disney has recently announced that Maelstrom in the Norway pavilion at Epcot will give way to a Frozen-themed attraction. But, what is Maelstrom? The Maelstrom has been one of the most popular attractions at Epcot since it first opened in 1988. Inside, guests travel on Viking longboats through the history and mythology of Norway. The…
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Thoughts on Ten Years of DAPs Magic – Mr. DAPs
Ten years ago today we started what would become DAPs Magic. As I sit here at Starbucks ten years later it is hard to wrap my mind about how much has happened during the decade of DAPs. A lot has changed, but some has stayed the same. Today I’m just going to share some thoughts…
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Effort Underway to Restore Walt and Roy Disney’s Birthplace
The home that is Walt and Roy Disney’s birthplace is going to be restored if a group from Chicago get their way. This house is on the corner of Tripp Avenue and Palmer Street and was designed and built by Elias and Flora Disney. “ON BEHALF OF THE DISNEY FAMILY, WE ARE SO PLEASED TO SEE WALT…
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Happy Birthday Jim Henson – Looking Back at the Master Puppeteer
Today is Jim Henson’s birthday. He would have been 77 years old today. For me, he has always been an inspiring figure. There has always been something amazing to me about all the different personalities and characters that Jim Henson brought together to create something wonderful. What was amazing about Jim Henson is that what…
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Disneyland Celebrates 58th Birthday With Annual Passholder Events
Disneyland Celebrates 58th Birthday On July 17, 2013 Disneyland will turn 58. To Commemorate this special event, Disneyland will be offering its Annual Passholders a unique series of Limited Time Magic offerings that will give a historic look at Disneyland spanning the last five decades. The event will be hosted by Disney artist Stacia Martin who…
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Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room Celebrates 50 Years
Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room Celebrates 50 Years First Audio Animatronics Show at Disneyland Park Opened June 23, 1963 ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 17, 2013) – Sunday, June 23, will mark the 50th anniversary of the premiere of Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, the world’s first Audio-Animatronics show and a place where the birds sing words and…
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Disneyland Honors Harrison “Buzz” Price With Window on Main Street
Another window honoring a person who has contributed greatly to Disneyland legacy has been unveiled. This window honoring Disney Legend Harrison “Buzz” Price can be found on the left side of City Hall next to a small staircase. This window honors the man who was instrumental in picking the locations for both Disneyland and later…
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For Disneyland Annual Passholders: “Disneyland: The Way We Were” with Disney Legend Dave Smith
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Disneyland is continuing with the Limited Time Annual Passholder Magic Events, this time with a very special presentation by Disney Legend and Chief Archivist Emeritus, Walt Disney Archives, Dave Smith. He will be taking Disneyland Annual Passholders (DAPs) on a pictorial tour of Disneyland of the past. This tour will…
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Space Shuttle Endeavour Soars Over Disneyland Resort
Thousands of guests crowded into Disneyland today to view the Space Shuttle Endeavour as it made its final flight to its new home at the California Science Center. The shuttle flew on the back of a specially outfitted Boeing 747. Endeavour flew over the Disneyland Resort above Disney California Adventure just before 12:30 PM. It…
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Marceline – a Movie Review by Mr. DAPs
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Marceline, Missouri is an almost mythical place to Disney fans. Those who know the history of Walt Disney know that this is that place he associated with his childhood. It was the place he fashioned Main Street, USA after at Disneyland. Some in Marceline even say that…
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“I’m Going to Disney World” Historical Release
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE First Spot: Super Bowl XXI (Phil Simms, New York Giants) Number of Spots Since Inception: 45 Chronology of “I’m going to Disney World” Spots: 2012 Super Bowl XLVI (Eli Manning, New York Giants) 2011 Super Bowl XLV (Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay Packers) 2010 Super Bowl XLIV (Drew Brees, New Orleans Saints)…