I love Disney for many reasons – inspiration, imagination, striving for dreams come true and happiness, lots of happiness. But I would be remiss if I didn’t say I equally love Walt Disney, the man himself, not just the company. I think many of us feel this deep connection with Walt, though we were never privileged to meet him. There is something special about this man; the way he has and continues to reach countless lives through movies, stories, inventions, the list goes on. His dreams have become a passion to so many. His ideals, his innovations, his words, his actions, his principles, have inspired a great many people to pursue their own personal dreams. That is an amazing feat! Even though he is no longer on this earthly plane he is honored daily by so many true dedicated fans. I could go on gushing about my adoration for him, but I am sure you all have a good idea and feel quite the same
That is why this mini museum, Walt Disney: One Man’s Dream, is one of my favorite places to visit while in Walt Disney World, Hollywood Studios. It is located on non-other than Mickey Lane (how fitting). This building reveals a self guided tour; a blend of historical and informational pieces provides this bibliographic trip through time. As you make your way through Walt’s journey, starting with his birth place- you will see, read, and hear Walt’s accomplishments. There are push buttons placed throughout the building allowing you to hear Walt describe his world in his own words. As you near the end of your self guided tour, you will have the choice to view a short 15 minute movie that is a tribute to Walt and his accomplished life. I walked out with tears in my eyes feeling as if I was able to have a moment of time with someone that has touched my life in such a brilliant way.
I hope you will take the time to stop in and see how not only, “It all started with a Mouse”~ Walt Disney … but how it all started from the very beginning.
~Maureen
