One of the absolute highlights of this year’s D23 Expo was the Walt Disney Archive’s exhibit on the show floor. For the first time, the Walt Disney Archives moved to the Expo’s main show floor and focused on a single topic for this year’s exhibit, showcasing the last 60 years of Disneyland history. What resulted was a spectacular and exhaustive selection of old and recent Disneyland artifacts, documents, ephemera and props from the park’s rich six-decade history. Disneyland: The Exhibit was truly a delight to experience, offering an exciting and emotional walk through history.

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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

We wrap up our major D23 Expo coverage today with an in-depth look at the incredible Walt Disney Archives presents Disneyland: The Exhibit.

The Walt Disney Archives Presents:
Disneyland: The Exhibit

On Thursday night, I was lucky enough to attend a media preview of the exhibit which featured appearances from Disney celebrities including Tony Baxter, Marty Sklar, Bob Weiss and Bill Farmer.
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The Dapper Dans and the Strawhatters entertained event guests.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

D23 head Adam Sanderson and director of the Walt Disney Archives Becky Cline were joined by Sorcerer Mickey for a brief ribbon cutting ceremony.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

Pixar’s John Lasetter made an appearance to thank everybody for coming and welcoming everybody to D23 Expo.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

A video clip from the opening of the exhibit

D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

Walt Disney’s Little Man of Disneyland

The exhibit started off with a look at the classic “Walt Disney’s Little Man of Disneyalnd” Little Golden Book, which explained what Disneyland was to young readers through the story of leprechaun Patrick Begoorra, whose home was in the orange groves where Disneyland was built.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

Keep in mind, if you need a closer look at any image (especially those with text) be sure to click for higher-resolution versions!
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A video of John Lasetter reading the book was featured.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

Original painting for the book cover.
D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

Constructing a Dream

The exhibit moves on to tell the story of Disneyland’s construction through artifacts, photographs, documents and more.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

Marty Sklar was present during the preview to talk with guests.
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The first drawing of Disneyland by Herb Ryman.
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The first ticket to Disneyland, purchased by Roy O. Disney.
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Photos from opening day.
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This area included display cases featuring the original Disneyland pitch portfolio, survey markers, press tickets, early documents and more.
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The original presentation portfolio
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Survey markers
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The original location study for Disneyland
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

Press ticket and parking permit.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

A hand-annotated proof of the text for the “Here you leave today…” plaque above the tunnels.
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Original press release
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Walt’s first name tag.
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Wonderful early, original billboard artwork for Disneyland
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

Join the Jamboree

A look at the Mickey Mouse Club, which also celebrated its 60th anniversary this year and played a significant role for Disneyland.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

Dimensionable Fantasy

The “Dimensionable Fantasy” area of the exhibit explores attractions past and present along with the recent changes at classics including Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan’s Flight, Matterhorn Bobsleds, and the exclusive Club 33.
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The retired Alice figure from Alice in Wonderland, a ride vehicle mock-up, a retired ride vehicle, and the Chesire Cat head that was removed in the recent enhancement project.
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Retired Pirate heads and a pig from Pirates of the Caribbean.
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Props, maquette an a retired figure from Disneyland’s beloved Country Bear Jamboree
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Underscoring the historical importance of the original Club 33, a full table set-up from the original Club was on display, items from the now-gone Trophy Room, and early documents and menus.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

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A popcorn cart from Main Street, U.S.A.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

A retired metal typer machine from the Penny Arcade.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

An old Snow White window display from the Main Street Emporium.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

A maquette of the Cambodian temple ruins from the Jungle Cruise
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A maquette for the original jungle boats.
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Awesome costumes worn by Betty Taylor (a.k.a. Slue Foot Sue) from the Golden Horseshoe Review.
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Displayed for the first time since it was removed in 1970, the lantern that hung outside of Main Street’s Upjohn Pharmacy.
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So cool!
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An attraction vehicle from the Fantasyland Autopia.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

The recently-removed nursery scene from Peter Pan’s Flight on display. This scene was updated with new figures, staging, and special effects in the ride’s recent refurbishment.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

One of the original Abominable Snowman figures that was recently removed was on display alongside an old bobsled.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

An original Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride ride vehicle.
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The original marquee and a Rex figure from the original Star Tours.
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The original attraction marquee
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

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Tony Baxter with Star Tours during the media preview event.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

Adventure Thru Innerspace and House of the Future were featured as well.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

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America Sings character heads, props and signage were on display.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

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Leader of the Band

A small display on Mickey Mouse’s costumes.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

Disneyland is a Show and Ignite the Night

A big portion of the exhibit focused on Disneyland’s long history of parades and nighttime entertainment.
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The “After Dark at Disneyland” TV special was highlighted, along with one of the sweaters worn by the Osmonds in the “Disneyland Showtime” program on display for the first time ever.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

Costumes from various parades were on display…
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The amazingly weird Ben Franklin costume from America on Parade
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Disneyland Band conductor costume, worn by Stan Freese
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Mulan Parade costume
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Lion King parade costume
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Costumes from Disneyland’s Christmas parades
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Cheshire Cat from the Main Street Electrical Parade
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Famtasmic! costumes and old dragon head
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

Display cases detailed favorite parades and shows.
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Holiday offerings including a maquette of the Santa Claus float from the “A Christmas Fantasy” parade, along with Candlelight Processional programs
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

America on Parade, Disneyland Band and the Lion King Celebration parade.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

A maquette from the recent Tinker Bell float for the Main Street Electrical Parade, Electrical Parade souvenir items, and Fantasmic! items on display.
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Tinker Bell float maquette for Main Street Electrical Parade
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Disneyland 50th anniversary brooches on display
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Be Our Guest

A photo display of famous Disneyland guests throughout the years
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

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The V.I.P. guest itinerary for the 1959 visit from Soviet Premier Nikita S. Khrushchev.
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Vintage ephemera and souvenir guide books that guests would have purchased or recieved.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

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Some vintage Disneyland character merchandise.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

Also featured in the exhibit were screens with incredible vintage 3D slides that didn’t require 3D glasses. Very, very cool.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

Coke Corner and a Few Other Great Friends

A portion of the exhibit featured a look at Disneyland’s long history of corporate partners and sponsorships.
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

It Takes People…

The exhibit ended with a look at a selection of vintage Cast Member costumes
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

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Disneyland’s Tencennial Proclamation on display as you exited.
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More so than anything Disneyland across the street from the convention center has done, the Walt Disney Archive’s D23 Expo pavilion really delivered an incredible tribute to Disneyland’s 60 year history. The exhibit balanced recent and old Disneyland history perfectly. Including some great never-before-displayed items like that amazing Upjohn Pharmacy lantern was icing on the cake. It’s a shame this exhibit was only on display for a weekend and isn’t available for viewing as part of a long-term engagement at a local Southern California museum. In fact, it’s too bad isn’t a special exhibit at a permanent Disney-run Walt Disney Archives Museum here in Southern California. The Archives has a wealth of content that could easily fill a large, permanent museum — and the long two-hour lines for the exhibit over the weekend shows that folks want to see this stuff. The Walt Disney Family Museum does it with great success in San Francisco, surely there’s some space Disney can buy in Burbank to build a museum of its own? Congrats to the Disney Archives team for putting together a truly fantastic exhibition. I hope we get to see much more from you in the future!
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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland
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Weekly News & Information Round-Up
Weekly Theme Park Hours
August 17-23, 2015
[B]Disneyland Park[/B] [B]California Adventure[/B]
Daily: 8 am – 12 am Daily: 8 am – 10 pm
[CENTER]For a complete listing of theme park hours,
visit the Disneyland.com Theme Park Calendar
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[center]Closure and Refurbishment Schedule[/center]
[b][center]Disneyland Park[/center][/b]
  • Innoventions: To reopen later this year with new Star Wars Launch Bay exhibit.
  • Starcade: Closed indefintely.
  • Tomorrowland Theatre: Closed indefintely.
[b][center]Disney California Adventure[/center][/b]
  • Luigi’s Flying Tires: Closed for re-Imagineering into new attraction. Reopening expected in early 2016.
  • Muppet*Vision 3D: Dark indefinitely while theater is used for Frozen-themed show.
  • [B]Blue Sky Cellar:[/B] Closed indefinitely.
[b][center]Downtown Disney and Disneyland Resort Hotels[/center][/b]
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Tomorrowplan Crowd Estimates for Disneyland Resort from Mouseaddict

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D23 Expo, D23 Expo In-Depth: The Walt Disney Archives celebrates 60 years of Disneyland

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A quick look at noteworthy Disney theme park headlines from around the web.[/center]
Okay, the wraps up our major D23 Expo coverage. We’ll have some final thoughts on this year’s event in our regular Monday edition of Dateline Disneyland next week. What did you think of the D23 Expo’s Walt Disney Archives exhibit? Let us know what you think in the comments section below!

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Andy Castro
Andy is a Southern California native and a life-long fan of Disney theme parks and animation. From 2007-2016, Andy wrote the weekly Dateline Disneyland photo, news and opinion blog here on MiceChat. Today, Andy continues to produce occasional Dateline Disneyland articles and additional special guest content for MiceChat.