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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 Center]], Imagineers were initially not 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 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 served as the walkway between the park's two sections, while the second story would have housed the American Adventure attraction<ref name="progress"/>.[[Image:HerbAmericanAdventure.jpg|400px|thumb|An early rendering of the American Adventure pavilion by Herb Ryman]] By 1979, plans for The American Adventure pavilion had changed<ref name="progress"/>. At this point, Imagineers decided to place the pavilion in the back center of World Showcase <ref name="Martin"> http://www.martinsvids.net/?s=American+Adventure </ref>. 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 Layoutapart 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<ref name="Martin"/>. Finally, putting The American Adventure in the back of World Showcase served as a "weenie" to draw guests back into the land.

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. 1975 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 Future World Showcase), the pavilion was instead given a traditional colonial design <ref name= "Jack"/>. As the hostof World Showcase, when the pavilion was built, it was raised so that it would be the higher then all up than the other countries' pavilions. Unlike Also differentiating the American Adventure, was the fact that 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 the country<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’ country's history. With this goal in mind, the pavilion was named The American Adventure as opposed to the “United States” , "America" or “America” “U.S.A” 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<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, 1982 with 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>.

When Since its opening, the American Adventure pavilion opened on October 1, 1982, it has seen a relatively few number of changes. The pavilion's attraction was sponsored by Coca-Cola updated in 1993, 1997 and American Express again in 2018 <ref name= "Martin"/><ref> https://disneyparks. The pavilion consisted of one large building and an outdoor amphitheaterdisney. Todaygo.com/blog/2018/02/epcots-american-adventure-attraction-will-add-new-american-icons-this-month/ </ref>. Also in 1993, The a small Victorian ship named the Golden Dream was docked on the pavilion's building houses [[The coastline <ref name= "Martin"/>. In November 1994, the American Adventure Gardens 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 sponsor American Express ended its sponsorship in 2002 (Attractionwhen Disney switched to Visa)]]<ref name= "Martin"/>. Finally, when the [[Liberty Inn]] and the American Heritage Gallery. The American Adventure pavilion also has initially opened, it did not have walls or windows (although it did have a small gift shop known as Heritage Manor Giftsroof). Across from the American Adventures main buildingSubsequently, is the America Gardens Theatere, where live entertainment can often be foundrestaurant was altered so that it was entirely indoors <ref name= "Martin"/>.

Since its openingIn 2007, the quick service [[Fife and Drum Tavern]] opened in The American Adventure pavilion has seen a relatively few number of changes<ref> https://www. The pavilion's attraction was updated in 1993, wdwmagic.com/dining/fife-and then again -drum-tavern.htm </ref>. On September 27, 2014, the Spirit of America Fife & Drum Crops ceased performing in 1997 the pavilion <ref name= "Martin"> https://touringplans.com/epcot/attractions/spirit-of-america-fife-drum-corps </ref>. Also in 1993 On July 8, 2019, a small Victorian ship named the Golden Dream [[Liberty Inn]] was docked on permanently closed in order to make way for the pavilion's coastline Regal Eagle Smokehouse Craft Drafts and Barbecue <ref name= "Martinbbq"/>. In November 1994According to Disney: "The new location will be a modern barbecue smokehouse, with all the American Gardens Theatere was partially enclosed for accompanying sights, sounds, smells and flavors you love – including a large smoker preparing fine food every day right on the debut of the Barbie's Birthday Party showpavilion’s promenade. There will also be a redesigned patio" <ref name= "Martinbbq"/>https://www. Original sponsor Colawdwmagic.com/dining/liberty-Cola ended its sponsorship inn/news/27jun2019-regal-eagle-smokehouse-craft-drafts-and-barbecue-replacing-the-liberty-inn-at-epcot.htm </ref>. ==Layout==[[Image:AmericanAdventureDed.jpg|400px|thumb|The American Adventure pavilion's dedication]]The American Adventure is made up of one large building and an outdoor amphitheater. The pavilion's main structure took inspiration from buildings in 1998Williamsburg, while other sponsor Virginia, Independence Hall in Philadelphia, the Old State House in Boston, and Thomas Jefferson's Monticello. In order to see the American Express ended its sponsorship Adventure attraction, guests must pass through the pavilion's main indoor entrance. Here, they find themselves in 2002 a colonial lobby centered around a large rotunda. The main rotunda is about 35 high and it features 12 large columns <ref name= "MartinJack"/>. FinallyAround the room guests are surrounded by inspirational quotes that correspond to various pieces of hung artwork. On the far side of the lobby, when 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 Inn initially opened it did not have walls or windows in the pavilion's rotunda. On the second floor of the American Adventure pavilion (although it did have a roofwhich guests must pass through on their way to see the [[American Adventure (Attraction)]], the Hall of Flags can be found. SubsequentlyHere, 44 flags that have represented parts of the restaurant has been altered so United States during its history are showcased. These flags include, colonial flags, revolutionary war flags, territorial flags, and even flags that it belonged to the European countries who once colonized what is entirely indoors <ref name= "Martin"/>today the United States. 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.

'''[[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.

'''Liberty Inn[[Fife and Drum Tavern]]'''- Located in This stand sells American Adventure's main buildingsnacks and refreshments, including the Liberty Inn is a counter service restaurant. The restaurant specializes in American cuisine, including hot dogs and hamburgerspopular turkey leg.

'''Fife [[Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts and Drum TavernBarbecue]]'''- This stand sells American snacks 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 refreshmentsBarbecue. ===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 popular turkey legLiberty 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>.

* Disney executives originally hoped to have women playing musical water glasses in the American Adventure's lobby (due to the fact that Benjamin Franklin had created similar instruments called "glass armonicas". Unfortunately the idea was cut when it could not fit in the budget<ref> Realityland: true-life adventures at Walt Disney World. David Koenig - Bonaventure Press - 2007 </ref>.

* The furniture in the American Adventure pavilion are replica pieces created by Imagineers <ref name==References==http:"Jack"//www>.martinsvids.net/?p=218

http://land* The floor in the American Adventure rotunda features 50 stars.allears.net/blogs/jackspence/2010/12/the_american_adventure_part_1_1.html

http://progresscityusa.com/2011/06/19/epcot-origins-a-model-future-1978/ http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/attractions/american-adventure/==References==