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     The Grand Opening of Walt Disney World 1971 TV Special

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   When did the grand opening of Walt Disney World start?

   • The Grand Opening of Walt Disney World is a musical television special celebrating and highlighting the opening ceremonies of the Walt Disney World. It aired on NBC on October 29, 1971 . The special opens with Glenn Campbell performing "Today is Mine".

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   When was the grand opening of Walt Disney World filmed?

   • To celebrate, fans can watch the entire The Grand Opening of Walt Disney World special, which originally aired on NBC on October 29, 1971. Filmed from October 23 to 25, 1971, the opening celebration showcases a park that is much smaller than the one we know today.

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   When did WDW open?

   • The park that guests see are actually the second and third stories. Key dates leading up to WDW's October 1, 1971 opening: April 15, 1964 - Disney attorney heads to Florida to begin land purchases June 18, 1964 - Disney attorneys finalize large Central Florida land purchase from Demetree Family

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   What is there to do at Disney World opening day?

   • Magic Kingdom Opening Day Attractions, Shops & Restaurants: Walt Disney World Railroad: including the Walter E. Disney (#1), the Lilly Belle (#2), and the Roger E. Broggie (#3) locomotives (round-trip only) Town Square: Town Square Cafe Main Street transportation: Fire truck, Horse-drawn street cars, Horseless carriages, Jitney vehicle, & Omnibus

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   Who built Walt Disney World?

   • Mickey Mouse and Roy Disney during the 25th Anniversary of the opening of Walt Disney World. Walt Disney died a year later, and it was left to his brother Roy to fulfill his vision. The Disneys hired retired Army Gen., William Potter to oversee construction.

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   When did Disney World start?

   • Disney World, the largest theme park in the world, welcomed its first guests on Oct. 1, 1971. Over the next five decades the park — which covers more than 40 square miles in central Florida — grew into an entertainment complex that includes four theme parks, two waterparks, golf courses, a shopping destination and 27 resort hotels.

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   Aug 30, 2012 · Broadcasting on the Wonderful World of Disney, it is the grand opening television special of Walt Disney World in 1971. Julie Andrews hosts this celebration ...

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   Aug 9, 2017 · This special was filmed from October 23-25, 1971, during Walt Disney World's three-day opening celebrations. The special opens with Glenn Campbell performing "Today is Mine".

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   The special opens with Glenn Campbell performing "Today is Mine".

   Julie Andrews sings "When You Wish Upon a Star" while she goes inside a theater playing clips from Walt Disney's animated classics. This is followed by Andrews singing "Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah" with the...

   An ongoing storyline starring Jonathan Winterswhere he tries to help his shell-shocked wife let loose and relax, culminating in her running off after a disasterous game of "William Tell".

   Bob Hope dedicates the Contemporary Hotel with his comedy stylings and the Polynesian Resorthosts its inaugural luau.

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   This special was filmed from October 23-25, 1971, during Walt Disney World's three-day opening celebrations.

   The storyline with Jonathan Winters was never resolved.

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   Jun 20, 2024 · O n Friday October 1, 1971 - after seven years of planning - about 10,000 visitors. converged near Orlando, Florida, to witness the grand opening of Walt Disney World. The Magic Kingdom, encompassing approximately 107 acres, featured Adventureland, Fantasyland, Frontierland, Liberty.

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    Oct 1, 2021 · Disney World opened 50 years ago Walt Disney secretly bought 40 square miles of land in the Sunshine State, then unveiled plans that would reshape the theme park industry and central Florida.

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    Oct 1, 2021 · Relive the history of Walt Disney World's first day with this hour-and-a-half video from NBC. See the park's attractions, celebrities, and performances from 50 years ago.