Visiting the Disney 100 Exhibition: Exploring the Magic and Legacy of Disney
The Exhibition
The Disney 100 travelling exhibition showcases a century of Disney history, from its earliest days to the present, and it is an unforgettable experience. Original props from many creations are displayed to get up close and personal with.
For instance, I did not realize the storybooks at the beginning of the princess movies (Snow White, Cinderella) were ACTUAL prop storybooks?! Like What? They are massive creations in wood and stone, bringing a new bit of whimsy to the whole concept of the films, seeing them in person. One of the carousel horses and the Feed the Birds snowglobe were also on display from the original Mary Poppins. Its heartfelt ode was not lost on me; I know that was a song that Walt held dear to his heart. It was his favorite song, as he would often call the Sherman brothers into his office to play the ballad for him with a scotch and a chat after a long day, he would later call ""the most beautiful song written for me." Think about the significance there. The Disney company, in some way, shape, or form, has been feeding us for years.
The animatronics section was also cool to see up close. To think the man who came up with animations and people interacting also created a model of such. It was ahead of its time then, and honestly, it has completely altered how we enjoy things now. Disney just had his finger on the pulse of so many things.
The Magic of Building Something Bigger Than Yourself
Businesses come around and go out of business so quickly in my area; the cost of things is always on the rise, and success stories that begin with imaginative thought have a shelf life of 15 years at best. For a long time, I've wanted to be a travel blogger and advisor, helping people get out there and explore the world, creating mountains of magical memories along the way. Memories that will turn into stories, stories that have a way of being passed on from generation to generation. I want to; I get to be a part of that. Although there have been so many setbacks, times where I vowed to quit, and moments where I have doubted myself along this journey... it feels different. I'm pushing forward because, just as Walt said, "All our dreams can come true if we have the power to pursue them."