When an attraction permanently closes, does construction on the replacement start the next day?
Usually the attraction is blocked off to be "off stage" first, and that can take some time in itself.When an attraction permanently closes, does construction on the replacement start the next day?
When an attraction permanently closes, does construction on the replacement start the next day?
I assume you're talking about World of Motion? They didn't even wait for it to close to start removing elements. I went there on NYE just to ride one last time and see Bird & Robot, but B&R were already behind walls, and the pepper's ghost effect at the end of the ride was already gone.It varies.
One attraction had items starting to be removed the same evening it closed.
I'm not but that's interesting.I assume you're talking about World of Motion?.
IIRC, they started removing the ride vehicles the next night shortly after closing (Jan 2nd of '96) . Of course, back then they thought Test Track was going to be a relatively easy build. As you well know, things didn't exactly go according to plan.I'm not but that's interesting.
Sadly, most if not all of the people doing the work could care less. The demolition of attractions is generally done with the same historical regard as a bathroom remodel in a random 3/2 house in any subdivision in the country.I've always thought it would be insanely surreal to work on a demolition/removal team after a ride permanently closes. To be unbolting and removing show elements that have been in place for decades in some cases.
If they're lucky, the archives get a few hours head start to save anything of significance. They'll also label things that are deemed valuable should they not get there first. And hope the label is read.Sadly, most if not all of the people doing the work could care less. The demolition of attractions is generally done with the same historical regard as a bathroom remodel in a random 3/2 house in any subdivision in the country.
Is there anything that happens if the demo crew were to damage something that was to be archived? A smack on the wrist if someone took a sledgehammer to something of value? Or a actual punishment?If they're lucky, the archives get a few hours head start to save anything of significance. They'll also label things that are deemed valuable should they not get there first. And hope the label is read.
There was a video taken in the old Imageworks about 2 months ago. It showed some sticker that said "DO NOT DESTROY" on key objects (sensor tunnel, etc.). It also said to contact the archives before destroying. Basically, they call in and say "Hey do you want this sign/set piece/etc?" and if the archives say yes, they pull it carefully. If not, sledgehammer time! I think I have this right, but I'm sure Martin can confirm.I have questions regarding the archival process too. I've personally tried to document exhibits/attractions that are permanently closing. Does Disney make a point to take archival photographs and video? Or are they just happy razing attractions and living with whatever media they have?
Yes, records are made where possible by cast members, members of the archives and enthusiastic volunteers. Key items are removed for storage in California where possible. And then the changes begin.I have questions regarding the archival process too. I've personally tried to document exhibits/attractions that are permanently closing. Does Disney make a point to take archival photographs and video? Or are they just happy razing attractions and living with whatever media they have?
Were any entire rides sets archived?
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