Photos: Disney's Hollywood Studios Arch Tumbles at Walt Disney World
The arch was originally constructed for the park's 1989 opening.
A major Disney’s Hollywood Studios icon has fallen as Disney begins to reimagine the Animation Courtyard.
What’s Happening:
- On a recent trip to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Laughing Place had a chance to check out the current construction on Animation Courtyard.
- The area is set to receive a refresh alongside Star Wars Launch Bay’s transformation in The Magic of Disney Animation.
- As the construction project begins to take shape, the Disney’s Hollywood Studios arch has been completely demolished, removing an icon that has existed at the park since its 1989 opening.
- While maybe a small loss to park history, it’s removal has significantly improved openness in the area, and will provide guests with a perfect view of the Sorcerer Mickey hat that will adorn the new animation attraction.
- The walkway where the arch stood is still covered by construction walls, and it is unclear whether it will reopen as a new fence and planter area is planned for the new land.
- While it is sad that a piece of park's history is gone, the arch lost a lot of its character over the years as the park transitioned away from being an active studio and rebranded from Disney MGM Studios.
- The Magic of Disney Animation is set to open sometime in 2026, inviting guests into experience, activities, and meet and greets inspired by some of Disney’s most iconic films.
- You can take a full video tour of Disney-MGM Studios back in its 1989 opening year below.
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