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Adventureland is a land inside the [[Magic Kingdom]].
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The Muppets Present... Great Moments in American History is a show held throughout the day in [[Liberty Square]].
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==History==
 
==History==
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The Muppets Present.. Great Moments in American History was originally announced by Disney on September 23, 2016 <ref> https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2016/09/the-muppets-present-great-moments-in-american-history-debuts-october-2-at-magic-kingdom-park/ </ref>. Located above the Heritage House in [[Liberty Square]], the new show features town crier James “J.J.” Jefferson and Sam the Eagle retelling some of America's greatest moments. Joining the duo to "help" put on the show are Muppets: Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Fozzie, and more. The Muppets Present... Great Moments in American History debuted on October 2, 2016 <ref> https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2016/10/the-muppets-present-great-moments-in-american-history-opens-at-magic-kingdom-park/ </ref>, and has not seen any major changes since.
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Adventureland opened on October 1, 1971 with three attractions- the [[Tropical Serenade]], the [[Jungle Cruise]] and the [[Swiss Family Treehouse]], as well as the Safari Arcade (which wound up closing by 1972)  <ref> http://www.omniluxe.net/wyw/safari.htm </ref>. Originally based on the 1950's view of exotic adventure <ref> http://www.examiner.com/article/memories-of-the-magic-kingdom-adventureland </ref>, Adventureland's lush vegetation, tribal music and Pacific architecture gave the land a “jungle like” feel.
  
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==Plot==
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The focal point of Adventureland was The Sunshine Pavilion, which was sponsored by the Florida Citrus Growers from 1971 until 1986. The pavilion itself was made up of a Balinese pagoda (which marked the entrance of the Tropical Serenade) and the [[Sunshine Tree Terrace]], home of both the Citrus Swirl and the Florida Orange Grower's mascot the Orange Bird. Just outside of the Sunshine Tree Terrace, from 1971 until 2000 guests could find the Sunshine Tree that gave the snack bar its namesake <ref> http://www.omniluxe.net/wyw/stt.htm </ref>.
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===Signing of The Deceleration of Independence===
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The show beings with town crier James Jefferson gathering everyone around him. "JJ" and Sam the Eagles (who is located in a window overhead) then discuss what story they are going to be sharing from American history, which Sam proudly states is the story of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The duo then begins to sing the backstory of the signing of the document, before JJ  announces that they are bringing out some friends to help them.
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In the windows above his right shoulder, Kermit, Gonzo, Miss Piggy and Fozzie appear. The group then sings Great Moments in History (But Only the American Parts). After the song, Sam announces that as the official Liberty Square historian he has created tributes to every important moment in American history. The eagle then begins to recite the Deceleration of Independence from memory, before he is interrupted by Kermit, who says that the rest of the gang has some ideas to me Sam's show more entertaining. After the audience votes that the Muppets should help (over Sam's objections), Kermit assures him that they always "do things with dignity".  
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The original theme of the land was quickly expanded with the addition of "Caribbean Plaza". The new area opened to guests in 1973 and was built to house the popular dark ride [[Pirates of the Caribbean]]. Although Disney had initially not planned on building Pirates of the Caribbean, guest demand necessitated the quick construction of a copy of the popular Disneyland attraction <ref> http://jimhillmedia.com/editor_in_chief1/b/jim_hill/archive/2001/01/01/274.aspx </ref>. Other additions shortly followed, when the House of Treasure shop, the Plaza del sol Caribe and the Caribbean Arcade <ref> http://www.omniluxe.net/wyw/ca.htm </ref>  <ref> http://passport2dreams.blogspot.com/2006/08/caribbean-plaza-romance-of-tropics.html </ref> opened. . Pirates of the Caribbean eventually opened to guests December 15, 1973 <ref> http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/pirates-of-the-caribbean.htm </ref>. Besides adding an immensely popular attraction to the land, Caribbean Plaza also gave Adventureland island aesthetics that it did not previously have. Also of note, is the fact that prior to the construction of Caribbean plaza Adventureland and [[Frontierland]] did not connect. By extending Adventureland back towards Frontierland, Caribbean plaza allowed guests to travel between the two lands <ref> https://www.mouseplanet.com/9576/Visiting_the_Magic_Kingdom_in_1971 </ref>.  
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[[Image:JamesJefferson.jpg|400px|thumb|James "JJ" Jefferson, the Liberty Square town crier. Photo by Theme Park Tourist]]
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At this moment, Gonzo appears in the window to announce that the all chicken chorus is ready to perform "The Cluck Heard Round the World". After Kermit rejects the idea and chases the chickens off stage, he regretfully informs Miss Piggy that since the show is about the Founding Fathers, there is no role for her. Miss Piggy responds by saying "we'll see", before Kermit throws the show back to JJ.  
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Finally beginning to tell his story, Sam the Eagle then informs guests that the scene is being set in 1776 Philadelphia. He then introduces Thomas Jefferson (Kermit), John Adams (Gozno) and Benjamin Franklin (Fozzie). Sam says that the delegates are debating the idea of separation from England. After Fozzie and Gonzo say things like "debate, debate"  and "argument". Gonzo (still as John Adams) eventually gives reasons for America to declare her independence, Jefferson asks if there is are any arguments in favor of England. As the audience begins to chant "no King George", Miss Piggy appears on stage as King George/Queen Georgette. When Sam objects that King George was not at Congress, Miss Piggy dryly points out that a bear is playing Benjamin Franklin. After the Founding Fathers list their objections, the audience votes to declare independence from Queen Georgette. When Piggy is informed that England looses in the American Revolution, she disappears offstage, only to return seconds later as George Washington.  
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The next major change to Adventureland did not come until September 1, 1997 when the Tropical Serenade closed for an extensive refurbishment <ref> https://www.waltdatedworld.com/id47.htm
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</ref>. The attraction later reopened on April 5, 1998 as The Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New Management). This updated show was similar to the Tropical Serenade, however the premise was changed so that Iago (from Aladdin) and Zazu (from The Lion King) had taken over as owners of the classic musical revue <ref> http://www.yesterland.com/newmanagement.html </ref>.
  
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Following her return, Jefferson (Kermit) is chosen to write the Deceleration of Independence. Fozzie, Piggy and Gonzo then begin to make a series of ridiculous demands, and the chickens appear on stage to sing again. After Kermit yells at everyone to be quiet. He explains that the deceleration was more then a list of demands, but instead that it was about things that "we all believe in, things that were worth fighting for". He then quotes the beginning of the Deceleration (with the chickens clucking God Bless America behind him).
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The addition of the Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New management) was followed by another major Adventureland expansion in 2001. Taking inspiration from the Disney movie Aladdin, an  Arabian Bazaar was added to the land <ref>  http://disneyology.blogspot.com/2010/03/dissecting-disneys-lands-adventureland.html </ref>. This new section featured the ride [[The Magic Carpets of Aladdin]] and two new shops, Agrabah Bazaar and Zanzibar Trading Company. The Magic Carpets of Aladdin is a hub and spoke attraction similar to the popular [[Dumbo the Flying Elephant]] attraction in [[Fantasyland]]. Located in front of the Sunshine Pavilion, the Arabian Village expansion also once again changed the theme of Adventureland, adding desert oasis to the land’s motif <ref> http://www.omniluxe.net/wyw/adv.htm </ref>.
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{{Quotation| We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.}}
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Sam the Eagle is so moved by the performance that he begins to cry. After JJ remarks that he is now the town crier, Sam says "just ring the bell". With a ringing of the bell, the group sings Great Moments in History ending the show.
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Another change came to Adventureland when the Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New Management) closed on January 12, 2011 after experience a small fire. Instead of repairing the attraction, Imagineers decided the time was right to bring back the original Tiki Room show (albeit in a slightly edited form) for the Magic Kingdom's 40th anniversary <ref> http://allears.net/tp/mk/tiki.htm </ref>. The attraction reopened as Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room on August 15, 2011 <ref> http://www.insidethemagic.net/2011/08/walt-disneys-enchanted-tiki-room-reopens-at-walt-disney-world-uniting-new-technology-with-a-classic-show/ </ref>.
  
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====Watch the Show====
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After the success of the Pirates of the Caribbean movie series, pirates have been featured prominently in Adventureland. For example, an experience called Captain Jack Sparrow's Pirate Tutorial formally allowed guests to be trained as pirates by Captain Jack himself. On May 31, 2013, A Pirate's Adventure- Treasures of the Seven Seas opened. This interactive game has guests searching all over Adventureland for hidden treasure <ref> http://touringplans.com/magic-kingdom/attractions/a-pirates-adventure-treasures-of-seven-seas </ref>.
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Click below to see the Deceleration of Independence version of The Muppets Present Great Moments in American History:
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===Midnight Ride of Paul Revere===
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On March 12, 2015 the [[Sunshine Tree Terrace]] and [[Aloha Isle]] switched locations, although they kept their respective menus <ref> http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2015/03/12/news-aloha-isle-and-sunshine-tree-terrace-switch-places-in-disney-worlds-magic-kingdom/ </ref>.
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The Paul Revere version of Great Moments in History begins with Kermit singing the shows theme song (also titled Great Moments in History) from a window above the Heritage House. As he is singing, Sam the Eagles appears in the window next to him. Greeting Sam, Kermit asks what tale they will be telling today. Sam announces that it will be The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere. Kermit then sings that its time to bring some friends out to help tell the story. On queue, Gonzo, Fozzie and Miss Piggy appear. The group then sings the rest of Great Moments in History. Taking center stage, Sam says that as the official Liberty Square historian he is proud to present a dramatic performance of Longfellow's Midnight Ride of Paul Revere (with additional dialogue by Sam the Eagle).
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[[Image:Samtheeagles.jpg|400px|thumb|Sam the Eagle performing in Great Moments in American History. Photo by Theme Park Tourist]]
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After cuing the patriotic music, Sam begins reading the poem's first line, "listen my children...". Although only halfway through the first sentence, Sam is interrupted by chickens, who begin clucking and running around him. When Sam demands to know what is going on, Gonzo appears and states that Sam said "listen my chicken". After Sam ushers the chickens and Gonzo off stage, he begins to recite the poem again. When Sam mentions Paul Revere, both Kermit and Miss Piggy appear on stage to play the roll. After Kermit informs Piggy that she can't play Revere or any other Founding Father, because they were all men, Piggy leaves stage saying, "we'll see about that". Getting back to the story, Paul Revere tells his friends to put one lantern in the window if they British are coming by land and two if by sea. Fozzie then appears holding a lantern and saying "no problemo". Much to the chagrin of Sam however, Fozzie then says that he will put "three if by monorail, four if by pogo stick". Sam and Kermit both yell at Fozzie, who falls over.  
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As Paul Revere sees two lanterns in the window he goes to mount his horse. Unfortunately, the horse to be used in the play is sick, so Gonzo brings out a stick horse. Discouraged, Sam continues his story, saying that Revere road "by the light of the silvery moon". As he finishes his sentence, music begins playing and cheap moon prop appears at the end of a stick. Miss Piggy then appears in the center window and begins performing "By the Light of the Silvery Moon", with Gonzo and Fozzie helping. When Kermit asks Piggy what she's doing, she says that she has written herself into the play. When Kermit says she can't do that, Piggy karate chops him into the wall.
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On September 29, 2018, Captain Jack Sparrow's Pirate Tutorial closed <ref> https://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/pirates-of-the-caribbean/news/17sep2018-captain-jack-sparrows-pirate-tutorial-closing-at-the-end-of-the-month.htm </ref>. The closure came amidst a series of park-wide cutbacks.
  
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Continuing on with the story, Kermit (as Revere) announces that "the redcoats are coming!". When no redcoats appear, an exasperated Sam demands to know where they are. Piggy and the chickens (in British uniforms) then appear in the center window. Gonzo and Sam then begin to argue about the chickens being in the play, and Kermit and Piggy fight over her involvement in the play. Chaos ensues, and Fozzie appears onstage to tell Kermit that if things keep up, "the play will be history". Agreeing, Kermit blows his whistle and everyone comes to attention. The group then sings Great Moments in American History, and the show ends.  
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==Attractions==
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[[Image:AdventurelandMain2.jpg|thumb|400px|The Magic Carpets of Aladdin and Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room in Adventureland]]
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Click below to see The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere version of Great Moments in American History:
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'''[[Jungle Cruise]]'''- The Jungle Cruise takes guests aboard tramp steamers as they travel along some of the world’s most famous rivers. The ride is narrated by a humorous cast member.
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{{#ev:youtube|Aef8wiPzMLc|420}}
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'''[[Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room]]'''- In this musical revue guests are entertained inside the Enchanted Tiki Room, where birds, flowers and tikis put on an unforgettable show.  
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'''[[The Magic Carpets of Aladdin]]'''- This ride, based on the Disney movie Aladdin, allows guest to board a magic carpet and fly high above Advetureland.
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'''[[Pirates of the Caribbean]]'''- This classic Disney attraction allows guests to sail along with pirates as they invade the Spanish Port Royale. This ride inspired the Pirates of the Caribbean film series which in turn inspired the Imagineers to insert Captain Jack Sparrow, Blackbeard, Davy Jones and Captain Barbossa into the ride.  
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'''[[Swiss Family Treehouse]]'''- Based on the Disney movie  Swiss Family Robinson, this walkthrough attraction lets guests see what the shipwrecked Robinson family lived like.
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''' A Pirate’s Adventure: Treasures of the Seven Seas '''- In this interactive game, guests use a pirate map and magic talisman to help them complete five different pirate raids throughout Adventureland. Based on the Pirates of the Caribbean film series, this game features characters including Jack Sparrow and Hector Barbossa.
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==Past Attractions==
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'''The Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New Management)'''- This musical revue was a re-themed version of the Tropical Serenade. The show featured popular Disney characters Iago (from Disney's Aladdin) and Zazu from (from Disney's The Lion King). The Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New Management) opened on September 1, 1997 and closed January 2011 <ref> http://www.yesterland.com/newmanagement.html </ref>.
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'''[[Shrunken Ned's Junior Jungle Boats]]'''- For five dollars guests could steer miniature boats around a small pond. Shrunken Ned's Junior Jungle Boats opened in 1997 and closed in 2012 <ref> http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/shrunken-neds-junior-jungle-boats/news/11oct2012-photos---shrunken-ned's-junior-jungle-boats-radio-controlled-attraction-removed.htm </ref> <ref> http://www.florida-project.com/walt-disney-world-photos/magic-kingdom/adventureland/shrunken-neds-junior-jungle-boats </ref>
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'''[[Tropical Serenade]]'''- The first “Tiki Room” show in the Magic Kingdom. Tropical Serenade ran from opening day 1971 until September 1, 1997. It was then re-themed before reopening as the Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New Management). Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room is a slightly edited version of the original Tropical Serenade.
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==Restaurants==
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[[Image:AdventurelandTreehouse.jpg|thumb|350px|The Swiss Family Treehouse looms large over Adventureland]]
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'''[[Tortuga Tavern]]'''- Located across the way from Pirates of the Caribbean, Tortuga Tavern offers counter service dining and specializes in BBQ cuisine. The restaurant was formally known as El Pirata Y el Perico.
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'''[[Sunshine Tree Terrace]]-'''  Located directly across from the Swiss Family Treehouse, the Sunshine Tree Terrace serves citrus specialties and slushies. The popular Citrus Swirl can be purchased here.
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'''[[Aloha Isle]]- '''Located outside of Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room, Aloha Isle sells ice cream and other snacks. Aloha Isle is one of the only places in the Magic Kingdom guests get Dole Whip soft serve ice cream.
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'''[[Jungle Skipper Canteen]]'''- Located near the entrance to Adventureland, the Jungle Skipper Canteen is a Jungle Cruise themed table service restaurant.
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==Shopping==
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'''Bwana Bob's'''- Located right by the entrance to Adventureland towards [[Main Street USA]], Bwana Bob’s sells Adventureland plush and toys.
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'''Zanzibar Trading Company'''- Located in Arabian Village, this shop sells Aladdin themed clothing and toys.
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'''Agrabah Bazaar'''- Located in Arabian Village, Agrabah Bazaar sells Arabian themed toys, clothes and gifts.
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'''Pirates Bazaar'''- Located next to Pirates of the Caribbean this store sells pirates related clothing, toys and gifts.
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'''The Crow's Nest-''' Located just past Pirates of the Caribbean, towards central Adventureland, the Crow's Nest sells film, cameras, batteries and photo albums.
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'''Island Supply'''- Located in central Adventureland, Island Supply sold island clothing and apparel until Sunglass Hut assumed sponshorship of the shop in 2015. At this time, the store's merchandise was changed accordingly.
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==Entertainment==
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'''Captain Jack Sparrow's Pirate Tutorial'''- This interactive show features Captain Jack Sparrow, who trains young would-be swashbucklers the way of the pirate.  For showtimes [https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/entertainment/magic-kingdom/captain-jack-sparrow-pirate-tutorial/'''Click Here'''.] Captain Jack Sparrow's Pirate Tutorial will be closing on September 29, 2018.
  
 
==Fun Facts and Trivia==
 
==Fun Facts and Trivia==
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* The show's song "Great Moments in History" was written by Alerie Vigoda and Brendan Milburn <ref name= "D23"/>.
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* The opening day Adventureland attractions were the Swiss Family Treehouse, the Tropical Serenade and Jungle Cruise <ref> http://thisdayindisneyhistory.homestead.com/disneyworldgrandopening.html </ref>.
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* Imagineer Morgan "Bill" Evans was primarily in charge of the landscape design of Adventureland <ref> http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2013/04/its-a-jungle-out-there-the-history-of-jungle-cruise-horticulture/ </ref>
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* Bwana Bob's was originally called the Adventureland Kiosk however it was renamed in 1985 as a tribute to comedian Bob Hope, who had appeared in the Disney film “Call me Bwana” and also dedicated Disney's Contemporary Resort <ref> http://www.wdwradio.com/2007/09/adventureland-trivia/ </ref>.
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* Dorothea Redmond was responsible for designing both Adventureland's facades and the Adventureland Veranda <ref>http://passport2dreams.blogspot.com/2016/03/understanding-adventureland-veranda.html </ref>.
  
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* Tara Anderson serves as the show's set director <ref name= "D23"/>.  
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* The terracotta tiles embedded in the pavement near the Magic Carpet's of Aladdin came from a structure that had to be removed to faciliate the construction of the attraction <ref name= "Lou"> Adventureland: Walt Disney World Walking Tour by Lou Mongello </ref>.  
  
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* Walt Disney Imagineering worked closely with Muppet Studios during the creation of  The Muppets Present... Great Moments in American History <ref name= "D23"> https://d23.com/the-muppets-make-history-at-magic-kingdom-park/ </ref>
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* Similarly, the jewels found embedded in the pavement can be purchased at Agrabah Bazaar <ref name= "Lou"/>.
  
 
==References==
 
==References==

Revision as of 18:33, 20 September 2018

Adventureland
AdventurelandSign2.jpg
The Entrance to Adventureland
Magic Kingdom
Theme Exotic Lands
Opening date October 1, 1971
Number of Attractions Six

Adventureland is a land inside the Magic Kingdom.

History

Adventureland opened on October 1, 1971 with three attractions- the Tropical Serenade, the Jungle Cruise and the Swiss Family Treehouse, as well as the Safari Arcade (which wound up closing by 1972) [1]. Originally based on the 1950's view of exotic adventure [2], Adventureland's lush vegetation, tribal music and Pacific architecture gave the land a “jungle like” feel.

The focal point of Adventureland was The Sunshine Pavilion, which was sponsored by the Florida Citrus Growers from 1971 until 1986. The pavilion itself was made up of a Balinese pagoda (which marked the entrance of the Tropical Serenade) and the Sunshine Tree Terrace, home of both the Citrus Swirl and the Florida Orange Grower's mascot the Orange Bird. Just outside of the Sunshine Tree Terrace, from 1971 until 2000 guests could find the Sunshine Tree that gave the snack bar its namesake [3].

The original theme of the land was quickly expanded with the addition of "Caribbean Plaza". The new area opened to guests in 1973 and was built to house the popular dark ride Pirates of the Caribbean. Although Disney had initially not planned on building Pirates of the Caribbean, guest demand necessitated the quick construction of a copy of the popular Disneyland attraction [4]. Other additions shortly followed, when the House of Treasure shop, the Plaza del sol Caribe and the Caribbean Arcade [5] [6] opened. . Pirates of the Caribbean eventually opened to guests December 15, 1973 [7]. Besides adding an immensely popular attraction to the land, Caribbean Plaza also gave Adventureland island aesthetics that it did not previously have. Also of note, is the fact that prior to the construction of Caribbean plaza Adventureland and Frontierland did not connect. By extending Adventureland back towards Frontierland, Caribbean plaza allowed guests to travel between the two lands [8].

The next major change to Adventureland did not come until September 1, 1997 when the Tropical Serenade closed for an extensive refurbishment [9]. The attraction later reopened on April 5, 1998 as The Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New Management). This updated show was similar to the Tropical Serenade, however the premise was changed so that Iago (from Aladdin) and Zazu (from The Lion King) had taken over as owners of the classic musical revue [10].

The addition of the Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New management) was followed by another major Adventureland expansion in 2001. Taking inspiration from the Disney movie Aladdin, an Arabian Bazaar was added to the land [11]. This new section featured the ride The Magic Carpets of Aladdin and two new shops, Agrabah Bazaar and Zanzibar Trading Company. The Magic Carpets of Aladdin is a hub and spoke attraction similar to the popular Dumbo the Flying Elephant attraction in Fantasyland. Located in front of the Sunshine Pavilion, the Arabian Village expansion also once again changed the theme of Adventureland, adding desert oasis to the land’s motif [12].

Another change came to Adventureland when the Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New Management) closed on January 12, 2011 after experience a small fire. Instead of repairing the attraction, Imagineers decided the time was right to bring back the original Tiki Room show (albeit in a slightly edited form) for the Magic Kingdom's 40th anniversary [13]. The attraction reopened as Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room on August 15, 2011 [14].

After the success of the Pirates of the Caribbean movie series, pirates have been featured prominently in Adventureland. For example, an experience called Captain Jack Sparrow's Pirate Tutorial formally allowed guests to be trained as pirates by Captain Jack himself. On May 31, 2013, A Pirate's Adventure- Treasures of the Seven Seas opened. This interactive game has guests searching all over Adventureland for hidden treasure [15].

On March 12, 2015 the Sunshine Tree Terrace and Aloha Isle switched locations, although they kept their respective menus [16].

On September 29, 2018, Captain Jack Sparrow's Pirate Tutorial closed [17]. The closure came amidst a series of park-wide cutbacks.

Attractions

The Magic Carpets of Aladdin and Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room in Adventureland

Jungle Cruise- The Jungle Cruise takes guests aboard tramp steamers as they travel along some of the world’s most famous rivers. The ride is narrated by a humorous cast member.

Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room- In this musical revue guests are entertained inside the Enchanted Tiki Room, where birds, flowers and tikis put on an unforgettable show.

The Magic Carpets of Aladdin- This ride, based on the Disney movie Aladdin, allows guest to board a magic carpet and fly high above Advetureland.

Pirates of the Caribbean- This classic Disney attraction allows guests to sail along with pirates as they invade the Spanish Port Royale. This ride inspired the Pirates of the Caribbean film series which in turn inspired the Imagineers to insert Captain Jack Sparrow, Blackbeard, Davy Jones and Captain Barbossa into the ride.

Swiss Family Treehouse- Based on the Disney movie Swiss Family Robinson, this walkthrough attraction lets guests see what the shipwrecked Robinson family lived like.

A Pirate’s Adventure: Treasures of the Seven Seas - In this interactive game, guests use a pirate map and magic talisman to help them complete five different pirate raids throughout Adventureland. Based on the Pirates of the Caribbean film series, this game features characters including Jack Sparrow and Hector Barbossa.

Past Attractions

The Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New Management)- This musical revue was a re-themed version of the Tropical Serenade. The show featured popular Disney characters Iago (from Disney's Aladdin) and Zazu from (from Disney's The Lion King). The Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New Management) opened on September 1, 1997 and closed January 2011 [18].

Shrunken Ned's Junior Jungle Boats- For five dollars guests could steer miniature boats around a small pond. Shrunken Ned's Junior Jungle Boats opened in 1997 and closed in 2012 [19] [20]

Tropical Serenade- The first “Tiki Room” show in the Magic Kingdom. Tropical Serenade ran from opening day 1971 until September 1, 1997. It was then re-themed before reopening as the Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New Management). Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room is a slightly edited version of the original Tropical Serenade.

Restaurants

The Swiss Family Treehouse looms large over Adventureland

Tortuga Tavern- Located across the way from Pirates of the Caribbean, Tortuga Tavern offers counter service dining and specializes in BBQ cuisine. The restaurant was formally known as El Pirata Y el Perico.

Sunshine Tree Terrace- Located directly across from the Swiss Family Treehouse, the Sunshine Tree Terrace serves citrus specialties and slushies. The popular Citrus Swirl can be purchased here.

Aloha Isle- Located outside of Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room, Aloha Isle sells ice cream and other snacks. Aloha Isle is one of the only places in the Magic Kingdom guests get Dole Whip soft serve ice cream.

Jungle Skipper Canteen- Located near the entrance to Adventureland, the Jungle Skipper Canteen is a Jungle Cruise themed table service restaurant.

Shopping

Bwana Bob's- Located right by the entrance to Adventureland towards Main Street USA, Bwana Bob’s sells Adventureland plush and toys.

Zanzibar Trading Company- Located in Arabian Village, this shop sells Aladdin themed clothing and toys.

Agrabah Bazaar- Located in Arabian Village, Agrabah Bazaar sells Arabian themed toys, clothes and gifts.

Pirates Bazaar- Located next to Pirates of the Caribbean this store sells pirates related clothing, toys and gifts.

The Crow's Nest- Located just past Pirates of the Caribbean, towards central Adventureland, the Crow's Nest sells film, cameras, batteries and photo albums.

Island Supply- Located in central Adventureland, Island Supply sold island clothing and apparel until Sunglass Hut assumed sponshorship of the shop in 2015. At this time, the store's merchandise was changed accordingly.

Entertainment

Captain Jack Sparrow's Pirate Tutorial- This interactive show features Captain Jack Sparrow, who trains young would-be swashbucklers the way of the pirate. For showtimes Click Here. Captain Jack Sparrow's Pirate Tutorial will be closing on September 29, 2018.

Fun Facts and Trivia

  • The opening day Adventureland attractions were the Swiss Family Treehouse, the Tropical Serenade and Jungle Cruise [21].
  • Imagineer Morgan "Bill" Evans was primarily in charge of the landscape design of Adventureland [22]
  • Bwana Bob's was originally called the Adventureland Kiosk however it was renamed in 1985 as a tribute to comedian Bob Hope, who had appeared in the Disney film “Call me Bwana” and also dedicated Disney's Contemporary Resort [23].
  • Dorothea Redmond was responsible for designing both Adventureland's facades and the Adventureland Veranda [24].
  • The terracotta tiles embedded in the pavement near the Magic Carpet's of Aladdin came from a structure that had to be removed to faciliate the construction of the attraction [25].
  • Similarly, the jewels found embedded in the pavement can be purchased at Agrabah Bazaar [25].

References

  1. ↑ http://www.omniluxe.net/wyw/safari.htm
  2. ↑ http://www.examiner.com/article/memories-of-the-magic-kingdom-adventureland
  3. ↑ http://www.omniluxe.net/wyw/stt.htm
  4. ↑ http://jimhillmedia.com/editor_in_chief1/b/jim_hill/archive/2001/01/01/274.aspx
  5. ↑ http://www.omniluxe.net/wyw/ca.htm
  6. ↑ http://passport2dreams.blogspot.com/2006/08/caribbean-plaza-romance-of-tropics.html
  7. ↑ http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/pirates-of-the-caribbean.htm
  8. ↑ https://www.mouseplanet.com/9576/Visiting_the_Magic_Kingdom_in_1971
  9. ↑ https://www.waltdatedworld.com/id47.htm
  10. ↑ http://www.yesterland.com/newmanagement.html
  11. ↑ http://disneyology.blogspot.com/2010/03/dissecting-disneys-lands-adventureland.html
  12. ↑ http://www.omniluxe.net/wyw/adv.htm
  13. ↑ http://allears.net/tp/mk/tiki.htm
  14. ↑ http://www.insidethemagic.net/2011/08/walt-disneys-enchanted-tiki-room-reopens-at-walt-disney-world-uniting-new-technology-with-a-classic-show/
  15. ↑ http://touringplans.com/magic-kingdom/attractions/a-pirates-adventure-treasures-of-seven-seas
  16. ↑ http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2015/03/12/news-aloha-isle-and-sunshine-tree-terrace-switch-places-in-disney-worlds-magic-kingdom/
  17. ↑ https://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/pirates-of-the-caribbean/news/17sep2018-captain-jack-sparrows-pirate-tutorial-closing-at-the-end-of-the-month.htm
  18. ↑ http://www.yesterland.com/newmanagement.html
  19. ↑ http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/shrunken-neds-junior-jungle-boats/news/11oct2012-photos---shrunken-ned's-junior-jungle-boats-radio-controlled-attraction-removed.htm
  20. ↑ http://www.florida-project.com/walt-disney-world-photos/magic-kingdom/adventureland/shrunken-neds-junior-jungle-boats
  21. ↑ http://thisdayindisneyhistory.homestead.com/disneyworldgrandopening.html
  22. ↑ http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2013/04/its-a-jungle-out-there-the-history-of-jungle-cruise-horticulture/
  23. ↑ http://www.wdwradio.com/2007/09/adventureland-trivia/
  24. ↑ http://passport2dreams.blogspot.com/2016/03/understanding-adventureland-veranda.html
  25. ↑ 25.0 25.1 Adventureland: Walt Disney World Walking Tour by Lou Mongello
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