D23’s 2017 Member Gift Salutes the Nine Old Men

D23 has announced their 2017 member gift for those that join or renew starting January 1. The gift pays tribute to the iconic “Nine Old Men” that Walt considered the core of his animation team.

Working closely with the Walt Disney Archives and the Animation Research Library, D23 has put together a box set of 23 meticulously reproduced items that celebrate the work and achievements of these magnificent animators. Included are original characters sketches done by the artists, a pinback button celebrating Eric Larson’s 50th anniversary at Disney, and the program from the 1989 Disney Legends ceremony where the Nine Old Men were inducted. The gift is housed in  a book-like box that presumably matches the 2016 gift.

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