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187. The Creation of New Orleans Square: Was it Really Walt's Idea? - Pirates of the Caribbean Part 1
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New Orleans Square is a unique feature of Disneyland… but was it originally Walt Disney’s idea?
On this episode of Distory with Kate & Kirk, we begin our new Pirates of the Caribbean series with a visit to Walt Disney’s original 1966 New Orleans Square in Disneyland. Along the way, we take a historical walking tour through Imagineering’s early concepts, design, and the evolution of this exquisite land.
As we explore its winding streets and intimate courtyards, we share rare stories, highlight historical Disney documents, and visit the unique features and characters that helped define this beautiful corner of the park.
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Imagineer John Hench's Psychological Interpretation of Disneyland
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