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21 Feb 19, 06:59 PM |
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Changes coming to Epcot’s entrance and Wonders of Life pavilion
Disney have just released some new information regarding the changes coming to Epcot’s main entrance area over the next few years. There will be new pathways, greener areas and a new fountain, as shown in the concept art below:
As part of this new entrance, the Leave A Legacy photo tiles will move to a new area outside the park’s gateway (I’m sure this will please a lot of people!). There will also be changes between Spaceship Earth attraction and the World Showcase Promenade. In addition, the old Wonders of Life pavilion is getting a makeover and will become a new, interactive play pavilion. “This innovative, new pavilion is beyond anything we’ve ever created and is completely unique to Epcot,” said Zach Riddley, of Walt Disney Imagineering. “Built on the power of play, it introduces an immersive and interactive ‘city’ where you can explore, create, and interact with some of your favorite Disney characters. This is an experience worthy of our bold vision for Epcot – and another signature element of our transformation.” The new pavilion (and maybe the new entrance area?) is set to open in time for WDW’s 50th anniversary in October 2021. Plans for these changes will be available to view in a new Experience Center coming to the Odyssey Events Pavilion later this year. More info: disneyparks.disney.go/bl...ransformation/
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21 Feb 19, 07:45 PM |
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The changes to the entrance are long overdue. The Leave a Legacy tiles are an eyesore. This looks lovely.
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21 Feb 19, 09:35 PM |
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Imagineer
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At last Wonders of Life pavilion will be used again.
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21 Feb 19, 11:27 PM |
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VIP Dibber
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Happy about the tiles being retained with a move - our daughter is on one aged 3.
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21 Feb 19, 11:31 PM |
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Imagineer
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I’m glad the tiles are moving but also glad for the people who have one that they will still be visible. The new entrance looks lovely, can’t wait to see it 😊
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22 Feb 19, 08:59 AM |
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I think it looks beautiful. I love Epcot anyway and this will only enhance it more. I may be in a minority in liking the leave a legacy tiles but I think it'll look nicer afterwards going from the concept art. In terms of feeling emotional on first arriving at Disney I know lots of people reference Cinderella 's castle but for me it's the Epcot ball every time so will be looking forwards to seeing the changes.
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22 Feb 19, 09:42 AM |
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It was used during various events, such as during the Flower and Garden festival. So it wasn’t completely abandoned.
In a way, I would’ve like it to remain the Wonders of Life pavilion and continue to edutain visitors about biology and medicine. I would’ve been happy with an updated Body Wars ride and some interactive bits. But this is better than nothing and it is good to see them doing something with the pavilion.
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22 Feb 19, 10:16 AM |
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Apprentice Imagineer
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Epcot needs more green especially near the entrance
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22 Feb 19, 11:43 AM |
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Excited about Disney
Join Date: Aug 14
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I wonder when they'll start the work. the new Entrance concept looks fantastic!
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25 Feb 19, 09:04 PM |
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In comparison, here’s the current entrance area and the concept art for the new entrance:
Looks like they are basically replacing the Leave-a-Legacy tombstones with some trees and bushes.
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