By this time, New Orleans Square was almost in full swing; shops were open, Pirates of the Caribbean was open, and the Haunted Mansion was only about a year away from its debut. Here are a few shots of New Orleans Square, including the Court of Angels:
And a contemporary shot of the Court:
Two last views of New Orleans Square:
Here are The Young Men from New Orleans playing on the Mark Twain:
See more vintage and current Town Square photos at my regular website.
One of my favorite areas of Disneyland.
ReplyDeleteI do like the color choices today.
Any chance of getting a blow up of the sign on the left-hand side of the new Court of Angels? And the plaque on the wall?
Wow, more great stuff as always Dave. I especially love that photo of a busy New Orleans Square. Those brightly patterned clothes take me back to my childhood!
ReplyDeleteNew Orleans Square is certainly the high-water mark for period architecture in Disneyland. We're never going to see those "semi-hidden" courtyards again - ever.
ReplyDeleteThe cost per square foot to build those courtyards was astronomical. And given that they can't be marketed, used as a shop, and the vast majority of people won't see/notice them means they will remain a "one of a kind" gift from Walt himself.
That's called the Court of the Angels? Huh. One of my favorite spots in Disneyland.
ReplyDeleteKatella, your comment is sad yet so true.
I was there that summer. Great photos!
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