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| − | The American Adventure is a pavilion located within World Showcase in Epcot. It is located between [[Italy]] | + | 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)]]. |
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| custom_label_1 = Number of Attractions | | custom_label_1 = Number of Attractions | ||
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| custom_label_2 = Number of Restaurants | | custom_label_2 = Number of Restaurants | ||
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==Pavilion History and Layout== | ==Pavilion History and Layout== | ||
| − | Although an American pavilion was always going to be a part of World Showcase, Imagineers were not always sure where they wanted to place the pavilion. Originally, the American Adventure | + | Although an American pavilion was always going to be a part of World Showcase, Imagineers were not always sure where they wanted to place the pavilion. Originally, the American Adventure was going to be placed in-between Future World and World Showcase. 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. Eventually however Imagineers decided to place the pavilion in the center of World Showcase. This was done to represent the fact that America was the host to the other countries around the lagoon. 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. 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. |
| − | When the pavilion opened, it consisted of one large building and an outdoor amphitheater. The pavilion's building houses [[The American Adventure ( | + | When the American Adventure pavilion opened on October 1, 1982, it consisted of one large building and an outdoor amphitheater. The pavilion's building houses [[The American Adventure (Attraction)]], the [[Liberty Inn]] and the American Heritage Gallery. Initially, the American Adventure attraction was originally going to be a dark ride, but it eventually opened as a theater show which takes guests through the history of America, beginning with the countries founding. The American Adventure pavilion also has a small gift shop known as Heritage Manor Gifts. Across from the American Adventures main building, is the America Gardens Theater, where live entertainment can often be found. Since its opening, the only change to the American Adventure pavilion has been an update of its attraction in 1993, and then again in 1997. |
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==Attractions== | ==Attractions== | ||
| − | '''[[American Adventure (Attraction)]]'''- This historical show uses photos, video, music and Audio | + | '''[[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. |
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| + | '''Disney Phineas and Ferb: Agent P's World Showcase Adventure'''- On this interactive adventure, guests use a "F.O.N.E." (Field Operative Notification Equipment) to help Agent P. stop Dr. Doofenshmirtz, by looking for clues throughout World Showcase. The adventure is based on the Disney cartoon Phineas and Ferb. | ||
==Restaurants== | ==Restaurants== | ||
'''Liberty Inn'''- Located in American Adventure's main building, the Liberty Inn is a counter service restaurant. The restaurant specializes in American cuisine, including hot dogs and hamburgers. | '''Liberty Inn'''- Located in American Adventure's main building, the Liberty Inn is a counter service restaurant. The restaurant specializes in American cuisine, including hot dogs and hamburgers. | ||
| − | '''Fife and Drum Tavern'''- This | + | '''Fife and Drum Tavern'''- This stand sells American snacks and refreshments, including the popular turkey leg. |
==Shopping== | ==Shopping== | ||
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==Live Entertainment== | ==Live Entertainment== | ||
| − | + | '''The Voices of Liberty'''- This eight piece a cappella group often can be found performing inside the American Adventure pavilion. The group is used as a preshow for the American Adventure attraction, although they also do special events around the pavilion. | |
| − | '''The Voices of Liberty'''- This eight piece a cappella group often can be found performing inside the American Adventure | + | |
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'''Spirit of America Fife & Drum Corps'''- This authentic band entertains guests with patriotic American music throughout the day. | '''Spirit of America Fife & Drum Corps'''- This authentic band entertains guests with patriotic American music throughout the day. | ||
| − | + | ‘’’America Gardens Theater’’’-Live concerts are frequently held in the America Gardens Theater. | |
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==Fun Facts and Trivia== | ==Fun Facts and Trivia== | ||
| − | * The | + | * The American Adventure pavilion’s architect was George Terpatsi who designed the pavilion's main building to look like a Georgian mansion. |
| − | * If guests look closely at the clock on the steeple | + | * If guests look closely at the clock on the steeple in the American Adventure pavilion, they will notice that the Roman numeral four is written as IIII (instead of IV). This was standard in the time of America's founding, because IV was used to represent the Roman God Jupiter. |
==References== | ==References== | ||
Revision as of 19:47, 5 August 2014
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).
| The American Adventure | |
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| The American Adventure at night | |
| Epcot | |
| Land | World Showcase |
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| Opening date | October 1, 1982 |
| Number of Attractions | One |
| Number of Restaurants | Two |
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Contents
Pavilion History and Layout
Although an American pavilion was always going to be a part of World Showcase, Imagineers were not always sure where they wanted to place the pavilion. Originally, the American Adventure was going to be placed in-between Future World and World Showcase. 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. Eventually however Imagineers decided to place the pavilion in the center of World Showcase. This was done to represent the fact that America was the host to the other countries around the lagoon. 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. 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.
When the American Adventure pavilion opened on October 1, 1982, it consisted of one large building and an outdoor amphitheater. The pavilion's building houses The American Adventure (Attraction), the Liberty Inn and the American Heritage Gallery. Initially, the American Adventure attraction was originally going to be a dark ride, but it eventually opened as a theater show which takes guests through the history of America, beginning with the countries founding. The American Adventure pavilion also has a small gift shop known as Heritage Manor Gifts. Across from the American Adventures main building, is the America Gardens Theater, where live entertainment can often be found. Since its opening, the only change to the American Adventure pavilion has been an update of its attraction in 1993, and then again in 1997.
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.
Disney Phineas and Ferb: Agent P's World Showcase Adventure- On this interactive adventure, guests use a "F.O.N.E." (Field Operative Notification Equipment) to help Agent P. stop Dr. Doofenshmirtz, by looking for clues throughout World Showcase. The adventure is based on the Disney cartoon Phineas and Ferb.
Restaurants
Liberty Inn- Located in American Adventure's main building, the Liberty Inn is a counter service restaurant. The restaurant specializes in American cuisine, including hot dogs and hamburgers.
Fife and Drum Tavern- This stand sells American snacks and refreshments, including the popular turkey leg.
Shopping
Heritage Manor- This small gift shop sells historical American souvenirs.
Live Entertainment
The Voices of Liberty- This eight piece a cappella group often can be found performing inside the American Adventure pavilion. The group is used as a preshow for the American Adventure attraction, although they also do special events around the pavilion.
Spirit of America Fife & Drum Corps- This authentic band entertains guests with patriotic American music throughout the day. ‘’’America Gardens Theater’’’-Live concerts are frequently held in the America Gardens Theater.
Fun Facts and Trivia
- The American Adventure pavilion’s architect was George Terpatsi who designed the pavilion's main building to look like a Georgian mansion.
- If guests look closely at the clock on the steeple in the American Adventure pavilion, they will notice that the Roman numeral four is written as IIII (instead of IV). This was standard in the time of America's founding, because IV was used to represent the Roman God Jupiter.
References
http://www.martinsvids.net/?p=218
http://land.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/
