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==Pavilion History and Layout==
Although an American pavilion was always going to be a part of Epcot Center, Imagineers were initially not always sure where they wanted to place the pavilion. 1977/78 plans for EPCOT show that the American Adventure was going to be placed in-between Future World and World Showcase <ref> http://www.mainstgazette.com/2010/04/master-plan-5.html </ref>. This version of the pavilion would have been two stories tall, with the first floor serving as bridge from Future World to World Showcase, while the second level would have housed the American Adventure attraction <ref> http://allears.net/tp/ep/e_adv.htm </ref>. Eventually however, Imagineers decided to place the pavilion in the center of World Showcase <ref name="Martin"> http://www.martinsvids.net/?s=American+Adventure </ref>. This was done to make sure that Imagineers did not give the impression that America was "elitist" and a part from the rest of the world <ref name= "Martin"/>. By placing the pavilion in the center of World Showcase, Imagineers were able to represent the fact that America was the host to the other countries around the lagoon <ref name= "Martin"/>. At the time of the pavilion's move, its basic design was also changed. As opposed to being a sleek and futuristic looking pavilion (which would have helped it blend in with World Showcase), the pavilion was instead given a traditional colonial design <ref name= "Jack"/>. As the host, when the pavilion was built, it was raised so that it would be the higher then all the other pavilions. Unlike many of the other pavilions in World Showcase, the America pavilion was not designed with the goal of making people feel like they were visiting America <ref> http://land.allears.net/blogs/jackspence/2010/12/the_american_adventure_part_1_1.html </ref>. Instead, Imagineers wanted to focus on the fact that America was the host of World Showcase, while also showcasing the countries’ history. With this goal in mind, the pavilion was named The American Adventure as opposed to the “United States” or “America” pavilion <ref name= "Jack"> http://land.allears.net/blogs/jackspence/2010/12/the_american_adventure_part_1_1.html </ref>.
Construction on The American Adventure pavilion began in early 1980 <ref name= "Martin"/>. The pavilion was designed by architect George Terpatsi, who wanted the exterior to resemble a Georgian mansion. The design also took inspiration from buildings in Williamsburg, Independence Hall in Philadelphia, the Old State House in Boston, and Thomas Jefferson's Monticello home <ref name= "Jack"/>. The American Adventure pavilion opened on October 1, 1982. When the pavilion opened it was sponsored by Coca-Cola and American Express <ref name= "Martin"/>. Since its opening, the American Adventure pavilion has seen a relatively few number of changes. The pavilion's attraction was updated in 1993, and then again in 1997 <ref name= "Martin"/>. Also in 1993, a small Victorian ship named the Golden Dream was docked on the pavilion's coastline <ref name= "Martin"/>. In November 1994, the American Gardens Theatere was partially enclosed for the debut of the Barbie's Birthday Party show<ref name= "Martin"/>. Original sponsor Cola-Cola ended its sponsorship in 1998, while other sponsor American Express ended its sponsorship in 2002 <ref name= "Martin"/>. Finally, when the Liberty Inn initially opened it did not have walls or windows (although it did have a roof). Subsequently, the restaurant has been altered so that it is entirely indoors <ref name= "Martin"/>. ==Layout==When guests enter the main entrance to the pavilion they find themselves in a colonial lobby. The main rotunda is about 35 high and it features 12 large columns <ref name= "Jack"/>. Around the room guests are surrounded by inspirational quotes that correspond to various pieces of hung artwork. On the far side of the lobby, guests can tour the American Heritage Gallery which houses various exhibits. 15 minutes prior to showings of the American Adventure attraction, guests are treated to an a cappella performance by the Voices of Liberty who perform in the main lobby.
When On the second floor of the American Adventure pavilion opened (which guests pass through on October 1, 1982, it was sponsored by Coca-Cola and their way to see the American Express <ref name= "Martin"/>Adventure attraction, the Hall of Flags can be found. The pavilion consisted Here, 44 flags that have represented parts of one large building and an outdoor amphitheaterthe United States during its history can be seen. TodayThese flags include, The pavilion's building houses [[The American Adventure (Attraction)]]colonial flags, revolutionary war flags, territorial flags, the [[Liberty Inn]] and even flags that belonged to the American Heritage GalleryEuropean countries who once colonized what is today the United States. The American Adventure second floor of the pavilion also has a small gift shop known as Heritage Manor Gifts. Across from holds the American Adventures main building, is the America Gardens TheatereAdventure theater, where live entertainment can often be foundthe pavilion's attraction is located.
Since its opening, The main entrance to the American Adventure pavilion has seen is flanked on the left by the Liberty Inn (a relatively few number of changes. The pavilion's attraction was updated in 1993counter service restaurant), and then again in 1997 <ref name= "Martin"/>. Also in 1993, on the right by Heritage Manor Gifts (a small Victorian gift ship named the Golden Dream was docked on ). Across from the pavilion's coastline <ref name= "Martin"/>. In November 1994main building, guests can find the American America Gardens Theatere was partially enclosed for the debut of the Barbie's Birthday Party show<ref name= "Martin"/>. Original sponsor Cola-Cola ended its sponsorship in 1998Theatre, while other sponsor American Express ended its sponsorship in 2002 <ref name= "Martin"/>where live entertainment can often be found. Finally, when the Liberty Inn initially opened it did not have walls or windows (although it did have a roof). Subsequently, the restaurant has been altered so that it is entirely indoors <ref name= "Martin"/>
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