News Exhibit Featuring Portraits of Veterans by President George W. Bush Coming to The American Adventure

[castlecake2.0]

Yahhhhh I’d prefer this in the actual gallery

 

[dreamfinding]

They should have replaced the American Heritage Gallery exhibit instead of the classic Epcot Center art! Ayayay

Well, I think the context of the art that just got installed is fitting for the American Adventure…

The Native American display does need to stay.

Plus, installations like these usually aren’t permanent.

 

[TrainsOfDisney]

Well, I think the context of the art that just got installed is fitting for the American Adventure…

It’s very fitting… not sure anything could be more fitting - but it’s not an ideal place for a few reasons.

The Native American display does need to stay.

That is a temporary display (“temporary” at Epcot can be a long time of course - but that gallery rotates frequently).

 

[Brian]

Somewhat related.

Disney Cast Member Awarded Purple Heart at American Pavilion in EPCOT - Disney World Press Room

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (June 27, 2024) – During a heartwarming ceremony before park opening at Walt Disney World Resort Wednesday morning, U.S. Army veteran and current Disney cast member, John Arant, senior manager of casting services, was presented with the Purple Heart Medal, America’s oldest...

disneyconnect.com

 

[wdwmagic]

Purple Heart Ceremony Held for Disney Cast Member at EPCOT​

Purple Heart Ceremony Held for Disney Cast Member at EPCOT

Purple Heart Ceremony Held for Disney Cast Member at EPCOT

www.wdwmagic.com

 

[DCBaker]

Here's video of the ceremony if anyone wanted to watch:

 

[TrainsOfDisney]

Not meant as a criticism but I’m surprised this wasn’t done at Main Street at a Flag Retreat.

 

[DCBaker]

The Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief’s Tribute to America’s Warriors exhibit has been extended through Spring 2026:

Featured Veteran Visits Pres. George W. Bush Portraits at EPCOT

Learn the how a service member featured in the President George W. Bush Portraits of Courage visited the exhibit at EPCOT.

disneyparksblog.com

 

[DCBaker]

Disney says the Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief’s Tribute to America’s Warriors exhibit has been extended through the July 4th weekend:

We are excited to announce the Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief’s Tribute to America’s Warriors exhibit will be extended through the July 4th weekend, as part of Disney’s celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. We’re honored to host this inspiring collection of more than 60 paintings of post-9/11 veterans by former U.S. President George W. Bush through our nation’s birthday this year so that even more guests have the opportunity to visit the exhibit.

Featured Veteran Visits Pres. George W. Bush Portraits at EPCOT

Learn the how a service member featured in the President George W. Bush Portraits of Courage visited the exhibit at EPCOT.

disneyparksblog.com