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Dedicated to memorializing what was, and remembering the extinct attractions of Walt Disney World.
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Today in 1974: The Star Jets officially open in Tomorrowland at the Magic Kingdom!
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Extinct Disney - Star Jets
Opening on November 28, 1974, during the second phase of Tomorrowland’s expansion, Star Jets was perched atop the WEDWay PeopleMover platform, making it one
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November 28, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Today in 1974: The Star Jets officially open in Tomorrowland at the Magic Kingdom!
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On this day in 2006, the Wonders of Life pavilion reopened for seasonal operation—only to shut its doors for good just months later.
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Wonders Of Life
Extinct Attractions of Epcot's Wonders of Life Pavilion
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November 26, 2025 at 11:54 AM
On this day in 2006, the Wonders of Life pavilion reopened for seasonal operation—only to shut its doors for good just months later.
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Today in 1971: America the Beautiful debuts as the first Circle-Vision 360° film at Walt Disney World.
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Extinct Disney - America The Beautiful
Opening in November 1971, America the Beautiful was the first Circle-Vision 360° film to debut at Walt Disney World, housed in Tomorrowland’s Circle-Vision
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November 25, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Today in 1971: America the Beautiful debuts as the first Circle-Vision 360° film at Walt Disney World.
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Today in 1994: Honey, I Shrunk The Audience officially celebrates its Grand Opening in the Magic Eye Theater outside Epcot's Imagination Pavilion.
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Extinct Disney - Honey, I Shrunk The Audience
Following the Imagination Pavilion’s transformation into the Imagination Institute, a new 3D film attraction—Honey, I Shrunk the Audience (HISTA)—opened on
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November 24, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Today in 1994: Honey, I Shrunk The Audience officially celebrates its Grand Opening in the Magic Eye Theater outside Epcot's Imagination Pavilion.
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Today in 1999: The new AT&T Global Neighborhood debuts as the post-show for Spaceship Earth!
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Extinct Disney - Spaceship Earth
An opening day attraction at EPCOT Center, Spaceship Earth debuted on October 1, 1982, and remains one of the most iconic experiences in Disney history.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Today in 1999: The new AT&T Global Neighborhood debuts as the post-show for Spaceship Earth!
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Today in 1995: The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights officially debuts on the Streets of America at Disney-MGM Studios!
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Extinct Disney - Streets Of America
Originally part of the Studio Backlot Tour when Disney-MGM Studios opened on May 1, 1989, the Streets of America were a collection of movie-quality facades
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November 24, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Today in 1995: The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights officially debuts on the Streets of America at Disney-MGM Studios!
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Today in 1994: Honey, I Shrunk the Audience officially opens at the Magic Eye Theater of EPCOT's Imagination Pavilion.
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Extinct Disney - Honey, I Shrunk The Audience
Following the Imagination Pavilion’s transformation into the Imagination Institute, a new 3D film attraction—Honey, I Shrunk the Audience (HISTA)—opened on
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November 21, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Today in 1994: Honey, I Shrunk the Audience officially opens at the Magic Eye Theater of EPCOT's Imagination Pavilion.
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Today in 1994: The Timekeeper officially opens to guests of the Magic Kingdom's Tomorrowland!
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Extinct Disney - The Timekeeper
Opening on November 21, 1994, as part of Tomorrowland’s “Metropolis Science Center” overhaul, The Timekeeper was a bold reimagining of the Circle-Vision 360°
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November 21, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Today in 1994: The Timekeeper officially opens to guests of the Magic Kingdom's Tomorrowland!
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Magic… Magic never fades.
In 1955, a dream was born. Kingdoms rose. Lands closed. Attractions vanished. But in the hearts of those who remember, the magic endures. Extinct, perhaps—but never forgotten.
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In 1955, a dream was born. Kingdoms rose. Lands closed. Attractions vanished. But in the hearts of those who remember, the magic endures. Extinct, perhaps—but never forgotten.
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November 19, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Magic… Magic never fades.
In 1955, a dream was born. Kingdoms rose. Lands closed. Attractions vanished. But in the hearts of those who remember, the magic endures. Extinct, perhaps—but never forgotten.
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In 1955, a dream was born. Kingdoms rose. Lands closed. Attractions vanished. But in the hearts of those who remember, the magic endures. Extinct, perhaps—but never forgotten.
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On this day in 2012, Magic Kingdom welcomed guests to a soft opening of its New Fantasyland expansion. The Grand Opening celebration followed just weeks later, dazzling visitors on December 5.
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Extinct Disney - New Fantasyland Dragon
On December 5, 2012, a spectacle of epic proportions unfolded in the skies above Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. To celebrate the grand opening of New
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November 19, 2025 at 12:33 PM
On this day in 2012, Magic Kingdom welcomed guests to a soft opening of its New Fantasyland expansion. The Grand Opening celebration followed just weeks later, dazzling visitors on December 5.
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Today in 1973: Walt Disney World's Contemporary Resort hosts President Richard Nixon as he gives his famous "I am not a crook" speech to the world.
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WDW History
The history behind building Walt Disney World.
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November 17, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Today in 1973: Walt Disney World's Contemporary Resort hosts President Richard Nixon as he gives his famous "I am not a crook" speech to the world.
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Today in 1999: The Magic Kingdom Skyway officially closes its gates to guests forever.
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Extinct Disney - Magic Kingdom Skyway
Opening with the rest of Magic Kingdom on October 1, 1971, the Skyway was a gondola-style attraction that transported guests between Tomorrowland and
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November 10, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Today in 1999: The Magic Kingdom Skyway officially closes its gates to guests forever.
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On this day in 2014, The Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow closed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The walk-through attraction blended projection magic and live performance to bring Jack’s world to life. Dive into its short-lived history here:
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Extinct Disney - The Legend Of Captain Jack Sparrow
Over a year after its predecessor, Journey Into Narnia, had closed, The Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow officially opened to guests on December 6, 2012. Like
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November 6, 2025 at 12:50 PM
On this day in 2014, The Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow closed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The walk-through attraction blended projection magic and live performance to bring Jack’s world to life. Dive into its short-lived history here:
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On this day in 2006, Finding Nemo – The Musical began previews at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. With original songs and elaborate puppetry, it transformed the story into a 40-minute underwater stage adventure.
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Extinct Disney - Finding Nemo: The Musical
Finding Nemo: The Musical was a live stage show located in Disney's Animal Kingdom. It debuted on January 24, 2007, and ran for over a decade until its final
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November 5, 2025 at 11:56 AM
On this day in 2006, Finding Nemo – The Musical began previews at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. With original songs and elaborate puppetry, it transformed the story into a 40-minute underwater stage adventure.
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On this day in 1982: Disney announced Cypress Point Lodge—a lakeside resort that never left the drawing board. It was part of a wave of ambitious hotel concepts for Walt Disney World.
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Extinct Disney - Lost Concepts & Never Built Attractions
🏰 Magic Kingdom – Lost Concepts & Never-Built Attractions ...
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November 4, 2025 at 12:57 PM
On this day in 1982: Disney announced Cypress Point Lodge—a lakeside resort that never left the drawing board. It was part of a wave of ambitious hotel concepts for Walt Disney World.
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Ever heard of Fire Mountain? Or the Museum of the Weird?
Dive into Disney’s most ambitious ideas that never made it past the drawing board.
From volcano coasters to kangaroo trails—here’s the full archive of lost magic:
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Dive into Disney’s most ambitious ideas that never made it past the drawing board.
From volcano coasters to kangaroo trails—here’s the full archive of lost magic:
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Extinct Disney - Lost Concepts & Never Built Attractions
🏰 Magic Kingdom – Lost Concepts & Never-Built Attractions ...
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October 28, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Ever heard of Fire Mountain? Or the Museum of the Weird?
Dive into Disney’s most ambitious ideas that never made it past the drawing board.
From volcano coasters to kangaroo trails—here’s the full archive of lost magic:
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Dive into Disney’s most ambitious ideas that never made it past the drawing board.
From volcano coasters to kangaroo trails—here’s the full archive of lost magic:
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On this day in 2017, Disney broke ground on the Main Street Theater—a Broadway-style venue for Magic Kingdom that was quietly cancelled before construction began. A stage that never saw its spotlight.
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Extinct Disney - Main Street Theater
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October 28, 2025 at 11:35 AM
On this day in 2017, Disney broke ground on the Main Street Theater—a Broadway-style venue for Magic Kingdom that was quietly cancelled before construction began. A stage that never saw its spotlight.
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Today in 1966: Walt films his EPCOT Center preview, sharing his plans for the new park for the first time.
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Epcot
Extinct Attractions of Epcot
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October 27, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Today in 1966: Walt films his EPCOT Center preview, sharing his plans for the new park for the first time.
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Today in 1982: EPCOT Center's Grand Opening Celebration officially begins!
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Epcot
Extinct Attractions of Epcot
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October 22, 2025 at 11:40 AM
Today in 1982: EPCOT Center's Grand Opening Celebration officially begins!
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Today in 1971: The first official flight lands at the Lake Buena Vista STOLport!
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Extinct Disney - Lake Buena Vista STOLport
An often forgotten piece of original Walt Disney World property, the Lake Buena Vista STOLport (Short Take-Off and Landing airport) was a privately owned
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October 22, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Today in 1971: The first official flight lands at the Lake Buena Vista STOLport!
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Today in 2009: Sum of all Thrills opens to guests of Innoventions.
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Extinct Disney - Innoventions
After an extensive overhaul, the area formerly known as CommuniCore, located behind Spaceship Earth, was reimagined as Innoventions in 1994. Split into two
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October 14, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Today in 2009: Sum of all Thrills opens to guests of Innoventions.
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Today in 1971: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea officially opens to guests of the Magic Kingdom.
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Extinct Disney - 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea
Immerse yourself in the history of Walt Disney World's iconic 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea attraction, which featured thrilling submarine rides and animatronic wonders. After its closure in 1994, the lagoon became home to various meet-and-greets and was eventually transformed into the beloved Pooh's Playful Spot, preserving a touch of its former enchantment.
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October 14, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Today in 1971: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea officially opens to guests of the Magic Kingdom.
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Today in 1998: Journey Into Imagination closed for a major overhaul. The original attraction was completely gutted and rebuilt to align with updates to the adjacent Magic Eye Theater film, marking the end of an era for Figment and Dreamfinder fans.
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Extinct Disney - Journey Into Imagination
When Journey Into Imagination opened in March 1983, it didn’t just complete EPCOT Center’s original lineup—it gave the park its soul. Nestled inside the
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October 10, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Today in 1998: Journey Into Imagination closed for a major overhaul. The original attraction was completely gutted and rebuilt to align with updates to the adjacent Magic Eye Theater film, marking the end of an era for Figment and Dreamfinder fans.
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Today in 2014: Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy is closed in preparation for a new Villains show.
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Extinct Disney - Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy
As part of Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ 30th anniversary celebration, a first-of-its-kind show debuted on March 31, 2019: LAs part of Disney’s Hollywood
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October 8, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Today in 2014: Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy is closed in preparation for a new Villains show.
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Today in 2014: The Norway pavilion opens without its star attraction: Maelstrom.
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Extinct Disney - Maelstrom
Opening on July 5, 1988, Maelstrom was a flume-style dark ride located inside the Norway pavilion at EPCOT’s World Showcase. Originally planned under the name
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October 6, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Today in 2014: The Norway pavilion opens without its star attraction: Maelstrom.
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