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The American Adventure is a pavilion located within World Showcase in Epcot. It is located between [[Italy]] and [[Japan]]. If you’re looking for the attraction housed within the pavilion see: [[The American Adventure (Attraction)]].
==Pavilion History==
Although an American pavilion was always going to be a part of Epcot [[EPCOT Center]], Imagineers were initially not always sure where they wanted to place the pavilion. When EPCOT's Master Plan 5 was revealed in the 1977 Walt Disney Company Annual Report, the U.S.A The American Adventure pavilion was to be the bridge between Future World and World Showcase<ref name="progress"> http://progresscityusa.com/2010/04/20/epcot-origins-1977-master-plan-5/ </ref>. Promoted as the "gateway between the world of today and tomorrow", this version of the pavilion 's first floor would have been served as the walkway between the park's two sections, while the second story would have housed the American Adventure attraction. <ref name="progress"/ref>. This version [[Image:HerbAmericanAdventure.jpg|400px|thumb|An early rendering of the American Adventure pavilion would have been two stories tallby Herb Ryman]] By 1979, with the first floor serving as bridge from Future World to World Showcaseplans for The American Adventure pavilion had changed<ref name="progress"/>. At this point, while Imagineers decided to place the second level would have housed pavilion in the American Adventure attraction back center of World Showcase <refname="Martin"> http://allearswww.martinsvids.net/tp?s=American+Adventure </ep/e_advref>.htm This move served multiple purposes for the new park. First off, this was done to make sure that Disney did not give the impression that America was "elitist" and apart from the rest of the world <ref name= "Martin"/>. By placing the pavilion in the center of World Showcase, Imagineers were also able to represent the fact that America was the host to the other countries represented<refname= "Martin"/>. Finally, putting The American Adventure in the back of World Showcase served as a "weenie" to draw guests back into the land.
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<ref name="Jack"/>. The design also took inspiration from buildings in Williamsburg, Virginia, 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, 1982with the rest of [[EPCOT Center]]. When the pavilion opened it was sponsored by Coca-Cola and American Express <ref name= "Martin"/>, and it featured the [[American Adventure (Attraction)]], the American Gardens Theatre, Manor Gifts and the [[Liberty Inn]]. The pavilion was officially dedicated on October 11, 1982. On hand for the festivities were Disney CEO Card Walker, American Express CEO Jim Robinson, and Coca-Cola President Don Keough. At the ceremony the Voices of Liberty performed the Star Spangled Banner as doves were released <ref> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_QsXXdGhma0</ref>.
Since its opening, the American Adventure pavilion has seen a relatively few number of changes. The pavilion's attraction was updated in 1993, 1997 and then again in 1997 2018 <ref name= "Martin"/> <ref> https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2018/02/epcots-american-adventure-attraction-will-add-new-american-icons-this-month/ </ref>. 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 Theatre 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 (when Disney switched to Visa) <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 was altered so that it is was entirely indoors <ref name= "Martin"/>. In 2007, the quick service [[Fife and Drum Tavern]] opened in The American Adventure pavilion <ref> https://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/fife-and-drum-tavern.htm </ref>. On September 27, 2014, the Spirit of America Fife & Drum Crops ceased performing in the pavilion <ref> https://touringplans.com/epcot/attractions/spirit-of-america-fife-drum-corps </ref>. On July 8, 2019, the [[Liberty Inn]] was permanently closed in order to make way for the Regal Eagle Smokehouse Craft Drafts and Barbecue <ref name="bbq"/>. According to Disney: "The new location will be a modern barbecue smokehouse, with all the accompanying sights, sounds, smells and flavors you love – including a large smoker preparing fine food every day right on the pavilion’s promenade. There will also be a redesigned patio" <ref name="bbq"> https://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/liberty-inn/news/27jun2019-regal-eagle-smokehouse-craft-drafts-and-barbecue-replacing-the-liberty-inn-at-epcot.htm </ref>.
==Layout==
On the second floor of the American Adventure pavilion (which guests must pass through on their way to see the [[American Adventure attraction(Attraction)]], the Hall of Flags can be found. Here, 44 flags that have represented parts of the United States during its history can be seenare showcased. These flags include, colonial flags, revolutionary war flags, territorial flags, and even flags that belonged to the European countries who once colonized what is today the United States. The As previously mentioned, the second floor of the pavilion also holds the American Adventure theater, where the pavilion's attraction is located.
The main entrance to the American Adventure pavilion is flanked on the left by the [[Liberty Inn ]] (a counter service restaurant), and on the right by Heritage Manor Gifts (a gift ship). Across from the pavilion's main building, guests can find the America Gardens Theatre, where live entertainment can often be found.
==Attractions==
'''[[American Adventure (Attraction)]]'''- This historical show uses photos, video, music and Audio Animatronics to tell the story of America. The attraction is hosted by Ben Franklin and Mark Twain.
==Restaurants==
'''[[Fife and Drum Tavern]]'''- This stand sells American snacks and refreshments, including the popular turkey leg.
'''[[Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts and Barbecue]]'''- This modern smokehouse is expected to replace the former [[Liberty Inn]]. No opening date has yet been announced for the Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts and Barbecue.
===Former Restaurants===
'''[[Liberty Inn]]'''- Located in American Adventure's main building, the Liberty Inn was a counter service restaurant. The restaurant specializes in American cuisine, including hot dogs and hamburgers. On July 8, 2019, the Liberty Inn closed to facilitate the creation of the Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts and Barbecue <ref> https://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/liberty-inn/news/27jun2019-regal-eagle-smokehouse-craft-drafts-and-barbecue-replacing-the-liberty-inn-at-epcot.htm </ref>.
==Shopping==
[[Image:VoicesLibertyVoicesLiberty3.jpg|400px|thumb|The Voices of Liberty performing in the American Adventure pavilion. Photo: Lauren JavierDisney]]
'''Heritage Manor'''- This small gift shop sells historical American souvenirs.
*140,000 hand made bricks were used in the construction of The American Adventure pavilion <ref name= "Martin"/>.
* The furniture in the American Adventure pavilion is are replica pieces created by Imagineers <ref name= "Jack"/>.
* The floor in the American Adventure rotunda features 50 stars.
==References==