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Author Archives: Linda Morse
The Park – Walt and Lillian’s Musical Legacy
In 1964, the newly-built Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in downtown Los Angeles was opened to much fanfare. It was the city’s crowning achievement, having lacked a modern concert hall for many years. Walt and Lillian Disney donated a wad of money … Continue reading
The Park – Innovation
In addition to creating “The Happiest Place on Earth”, Disneyland was innovative in many other ways. In the 50’s, believe it or not, waiting lines at banks or airports were traditionally a straight line. Sometimes a movie theater would bend … Continue reading
Posted in Disneyland, History
Tagged 1960s, Anaheim, Burbank, Disneyland, history, innovation, marketing, Mickey Mouse, Television, tv, walk around character, walk-around
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The Park: The Celebrity Treatment
Now that Andy Warhol’s prediction that everyone will have 15 minutes of celebrity in their lifetime seems to have been proven true, celebrities are the proverbial dime a dozen. But back in the 60’s, spotting a real live movie star … Continue reading
Posted in Disneyland
Tagged big ten, celebrity, Disneyland, disneyland history, football, sophia loren, tea cup, the park
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The Park: Disneyland, Anaheim, 1963
When Walt visited the Park, he always created quite a stir behind the scenes. As soon as he drove through the back gate, the offices were abuzz. Phones would ring “Walt’s in the Park! “, “Who’s he talking to?” “Where … Continue reading
Posted in Disneyland, History, Uncle Walt
Tagged Disneyland, enchanted tiki room, history, the park, tiki room, walt disney
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