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A Magical Tribute: Unveiling โ€˜Walt the Dreamerโ€™ Statue at EPCOT on Walt Disneyโ€™s 122nd Birthday!

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Beginning Dec. 5, in celebration of Walt Disneyโ€™s birthday, guests visiting EPCOT will be able to explore World Celebration Gardens including Dreamers Point, where they can sit beside a new statue of the original dreamer himself. The bronze statue titled โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ represents Walt later in his life when he was imagining ideas for the Florida Project and what ultimately became EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, Photographer)
Beginning Dec. 5, in celebration of Walt Disneyโ€™s birthday, guests visiting EPCOT will be able to explore World Celebration Gardens including Dreamers Point, where they can sit beside a new statue of the original dreamer himself. The bronze statue titled โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ represents Walt later in his life when he was imagining ideas for the Florida Project and what ultimately became EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, Photographer)

As the sun dipped below the horizon on December 4, 2023, anticipation and excitement filled the air at EPCOT, Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The occasion was nothing short of extraordinary โ€“ unveiling the all-new โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ statue, a magnificent tribute to the man whose dreams continue to inspire generations.

Beginning Dec. 5, in celebration of Walt Disneyโ€™s birthday, guests visiting EPCOT will be able to explore World Celebration Gardens including Dreamers Point, where they can sit beside a new statue of the original dreamer himself. The bronze statue titled โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ represents Walt later in his life when he was imagining ideas for the Florida Project and what ultimately became EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, Photographer)
Beginning Dec. 5, in celebration of Walt Disneyโ€™s birthday, guests visiting EPCOT will be able to explore World Celebration Gardens including Dreamers Point, where they can sit beside a new statue of the original dreamer himself. The bronze statue titled โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ represents Walt later in his life when he was imagining ideas for the Florida Project and what ultimately became EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, Photographer)

The ceremony coincided with Walt Disneyโ€™s 122nd birthday. Cast Members, honored as recipients of the Walt Disney Legacy Award, were granted the privilege of being among the first to witness the grand reveal. Positioned at the heart of the all-new World Celebration Gardens, โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ became the instant focal point, capturing the essence of Walt Disneyโ€™s visionary spirit.

On Dec. 4, 2023 Walt Disney Legacy Award recipient Cast Members were among the first to see the all-new โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ statue that debuted as a focal point of the stunning World Celebration Gardens. In a memorable dedication moment, EPCOT Vice President Kartika Rodriguez was joined by the Walt Disney World Ambassadors, Imagineer Scott Mallwitz and the Voices of Liberty to celebrate the original dreamer, Walt Disney. Guests can explore the gardens beginning Dec. 5, 2023 at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Abigail Nilsson, Photographer)

EPCOT Vice President Kartika Rodriguez took the stage in a memorable dedication moment. Joined by the Walt Disney World Ambassadors, Imagineer Scott Mallwitz, and the harmonious Voices of Liberty.

Beginning Dec. 5, in celebration of Walt Disneyโ€™s birthday, guests visiting EPCOT will be able to explore World Celebration Gardens including Dreamers Point, where they can sit beside a new statue of the original dreamer himself. The bronze statue titled โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ represents Walt later in his life when he was imagining ideas for the Florida Project and what ultimately became EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, Photographer)
Beginning Dec. 5, in celebration of Walt Disneyโ€™s birthday, guests visiting EPCOT will be able to explore World Celebration Gardens including Dreamers Point, where they can sit beside a new statue of the original dreamer himself. The bronze statue titled โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ represents Walt later in his life when he was imagining ideas for the Florida Project and what ultimately became EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, Photographer)

โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ stands not just as a statue but as a testament to the enduring legacy of the original dreamer. The sculpture embodies the creativity, imagination, and boundless optimism that fueled Walt Disneyโ€™s remarkable journey. As guests explore the gardens starting December 5, 2023, they will be enveloped in the enchanting ambiance of World Celebration, where dreams take flight and inspiration knows no bounds.

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The unveiling of โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ marks a significant milestone in Walt Disneyโ€™s ongoing legacy. As we celebrate his birthday and pay homage to the man behind the magic, let us carry forward the spirit of innovation and imagination he so graciously shared with the world. May the gardens of World Celebration forever bloom with the seeds of inspiration sown by the one and only Walt Disney.

Beginning Dec. 5, in celebration of Walt Disneyโ€™s birthday, guests visiting EPCOT will be able to explore World Celebration Gardens including Dreamers Point, where they can sit beside a new statue of the original dreamer himself. The bronze statue titled โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ represents Walt later in his life when he was imagining ideas for the Florida Project and what ultimately became EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, Photographer)
Beginning Dec. 5, in celebration of Walt Disneyโ€™s birthday, guests visiting EPCOT will be able to explore World Celebration Gardens including Dreamers Point, where they can sit beside a new statue of the original dreamer himself. The bronze statue titled โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ represents Walt later in his life when he was imagining ideas for the Florida Project and what ultimately became EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, Photographer)
Beginning Dec. 5, in celebration of Walt Disneyโ€™s birthday, guests visiting EPCOT will be able to explore World Celebration Gardens including Dreamers Point, where they can sit beside a new statue of the original dreamer himself. The bronze statue titled โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ represents Walt later in his life when he was imagining ideas for the Florida Project and what ultimately became EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, Photographer)
Beginning Dec. 5, in celebration of Walt Disneyโ€™s birthday, guests visiting EPCOT will be able to explore World Celebration Gardens including Dreamers Point, where they can sit beside a new statue of the original dreamer himself. The bronze statue titled โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ represents Walt later in his life when he was imagining ideas for the Florida Project and what ultimately became EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, Photographer)
Beginning Dec. 5, in celebration of Walt Disneyโ€™s birthday, guests visiting EPCOT will be able to explore World Celebration Gardens including Dreamers Point, where they can sit beside a new statue of the original dreamer himself. The bronze statue titled โ€œWalt the Dreamerโ€ represents Walt later in his life when he was imagining ideas for the Florida Project and what ultimately became EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, Photographer)
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