What happened to Disney in 1970?

For those who would rather read: The Walt Disney World Preview Center opened in the Mid January of 1970. It was a way for media and tourists to view the progress of the property. The building had a 625 square foot model of the resort, concept art, a location for merchandise, and even a snack bar.



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- After years of anticipation, Magic Kingdom opened to the public on October 1st, 1971, becoming the first Disney park to open in Florida. Fascinated park guests entered through the gates onto Main Street, being greeted with electric energy full of magic and awe.

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Some major events during the year 1972 include: The opening of The Olde World Antiques shop in Liberty Square. The opening of Merlin's Magic Shop in Fantasyland. Eastern Airlines sponsorship of a new attraction in Tomorrowland, call If You Had Wings.

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The only year that was worse was 1974, when Disney stock lost 54% of its value, The Wall Street Journal reports. Disney's business in 1974 was heavily influenced by skyrocketing gas prices and a global recession — attendance at Disney's theme parks dropped that year.

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Walt Disney World's Epcot under construction prior to its official opening on October 1st, 1982. It took another three years to complete the park and Epcot officially opened on October 1st, 1982, which is exactly eleven years after Magic Kingdom's debut. It was the second of four Disney parks to open in Florida.

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Disneyland celebrates its 40th anniversary. Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Forbidden Eye opens at Disneyland. Disney's Blizzard Beach opens at Walt Disney World Resort.

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Two new significant additions debuted in July 18, 1965, the anniversary of the Park's public opening. Walt, Lillian Disney, and Julie Reihm together opened Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln as the first of Disney's 1964/65 New York World's Fair attractions to be relocated to Disneyland.

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Disney was a heavy smoker throughout his life and died of lung cancer in December 1966 before either the park or the EPCOT project were completed.

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