Tomorrow Society

Smart talk and stories behind the magic of theme parks

203. Bethanee Bemis on Disney Theme Parks and America’s National Narratives

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The Smithsonian exhibit "Mirror, Mirror: Reflections of America in Disney Parks" is currently on display at the National Museum of American History.
Photo by the National Museum of American History

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Disney’s parks and films have played an important role in how we consider American history and our culture. They’re more than just casual entertainment and have connected with our core identities.… Read more...

202. Eli Erlandson on EPCOT Center, Disneyland Paris, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Imagineer Eli Erlandson rides a Yak during a research trip in the Himalayas.


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When Eli Erlandson joined WED Enterprises in 1975, it was a different place from the Walt Disney Imagineering we know today. Iconic figures like Marc Davis and Harper Goff worked alongside young designers on the next phase for Disney’s theme parks.… Read more...

199. Archivist Jason Schultz on Documenting the History of Disneyland

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Jason Schultz works at Disneyland on his first day on stage on Main Street.


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Disneyland is nearing the park’s 70th anniversary, which will occur on July 17th, 2025. So much has changed during its history, and it’s easy to focus on a small fraction of that background.… Read more...