"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title. This is a book all Disney collectors and railroad enthusiasts will want to experience! Over 300 illustrations, many previously unpublished. The complete history of the Disney railroads, from small scale models to steam trains for the Disney parks is covered. Walt's Carolwood Pacific Railroad included a 46-foot-long trestle, loops, overpasses, gradients, an elevated dirt berm, and a 90-foot tunnel underneath Mrs. By 1950, his enthusiasm for realistic model trains had evolved into an elaborate backyard live steam railroad. His first job was selling tobacco, candy, and newspapers on the Missouri Pacific line. Walt Disney's love affair with trains began in his hometown of Marceline, Missouri. Diane Disney-Miller's 1957 book, THE STORY OF WALT DISNEY is the closest thing there is to an official Walt Disney biography. Walt Disney, Diane Disney Miller, Ward Kimball, Ollie Johnston, Bob Harpur, Bill Cottrell, Roger Broggie, Bill Evans, and many others. This book unveils the private realm of Disney railroading through hundreds of photographs, many of which have never before been made public, and interviews with Mrs. ![]() Encouraged by Walt's family and railfans inside and outside the Disney organization, Michael Broggie has chronicled the tale of Walt Disney's personal involvement in railroading. Walt Disneys Railroad Story The Small-Scale Fascination Signed Michael Broggie 7 product ratings Condition: Like New like new signed by author Price: US 75. ![]() Hopefully these Storybook Circus facts have inspired you to spend more time exploring it.Thousands of books and articles have been written about Walt Disney and his organization, yet few people realize the significance railroading played in the evolution of the Disney empire. Hop aboard the Walt Disney World Railroad (once it reopens) and take a ride to Storybook Circus! The big top tent received a new paint job and minor refurbishment in August, so now is the time to visit the attraction and see it at its most dazzling. Many of you may remember this cartoon-ified version of the park with its bright colors and exaggerated architecture. □ Subscribe for Your Magic Kingdom Issue TodayĪfter that, the town was rebuilt as Mickey’s Toontown Fair, which stood for 15 years until it was replaced by the circus. Get a quarterly subscription for just $27!ĭid we mention it comes with a free double-sided Cinderella Castle poster? Here’s another bit of trivia: Did you know that much of the original movie is actually set in Florida, where the caravan spends its off-season? No wonder the circus is here to stay! 2. Īlso, look down and you’ll notice animal footprints and peanut shells trampled into the concrete. You can see characters from the movie poking their heads out of the train cars. You’ll find many references to the 1941 animated film throughout Storybook Circus.įor example, the Casey Junior Splash ‘N’ Soak Station is inspired by the steam-powered locomotive from the movie. Yes, if it wasn’t obvious already by the flying elephants everywhere, Storybook Circus is inspired by Disney’s Dumbo, the hit animated film about a big-eared pachyderm who becomes a sideshow attraction. ![]() It’s inspired by a specific Disney property. In case you didn’t realize it, the carnival you’re entering when you walk through the entrance of Storybook Circus isn’t just any traveling troupe. To prepare you for a memorable day under the big top, here are four high-flying Storybook Circus facts to keep in mind during your next trip to the Magic Kingdom.ĭumbo defines Storybook Circus. Even if you’ve never been to a real circus before, this secluded area within Walt Disney World’s smallest park will make you feel like you’ve been transported back to your childhood. Whether you’re young or just young-at-heart, Storybook Circus has many quaint charms and hidden surprises that shouldn’t be missed. Please consider subscribing to our print edition if you’d like to support us directly, and feel free to sign up for our free newsletter so you never miss out on the latest at Walt Disney World! Thanks to readers like you, we’re able to keep our site free of disrupting ads. įor instance, how often have you slowed down on your dash from Fantasyland to Tomorrowland and made a leisurely detour to Storybook Circus? There are plenty of attractions that demand your attention throughout the Magic Kingdom, so it’s easy to overlook the more humble, unassuming areas of the park. These Storybook Circus facts may have you swinging by the big top, regardless of age!
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