B&W Memories, June 1958

This charming batch of guest snapshots from June 1958 show what I can only surmise are a boy and his mother, most likely taken by poor old dad, who didn't get to be in any of the photos. The first shot is typical; what kid wants to stand and pose when the entire Park is waiting to be explored and experienced?!?

Mom and son casually stroll through the Frontierland gates.



This kid is not about to remove his souvenir hat, not even for the Pack Mule attraction!



Zipping through the Autopia, he manages to keep his hat on.



At the end of the day, the boy proudly beams while showing off his booty of souvenirs:



He can't wait to read his comic book on the way home!



Looks like another satisfied customer, don't you think?

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July 1961 at Disneyland, Pt. 1

From the same batch as the entrance shot for which I have the negative comes these two, beginning with the entrance to Frontierland. LOVE the hats, don’t you? These kids sure know how to have fun! And how about that belly sticking out on the little one? He is so proud of it—took a lot of turkey legs and churros to get that!

Over in Central Plaza, the Keystone Kops are playing a tune to keep the guests entertained. The Kop on the far right is Bernie Flymen; he played both sax & clarinet in the Disneyland Band the first 5 years the park was opened. He was also in Desi Arnaz’s band on “ Love Lucy.”



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Hats at Disneyland

Here’s a typical 1950’s family; just entered the park and other than dad, they look pretty darn grumpy. They want to see Disneyland, not pose for pictures!

By the time they get to Fantasyland, they’ve already gotten into the spirit of things. Souvenir hats for everyone (dad sure is generous!). Note the Zorro hat on the little tyke.



Naturally, both boys want Zorro hats. Can’t buy just one! Here’s the family aboard the Mine Train attraction.



Speaking of Zorro, it is finally about to get the deluxe treatment it has deserved. Disney is releasing the classic series with Guy Williams as part of its Treasure Tin series.



More from the Disney Family Museum: Here is a preview of the next Gallery:



Gallery 6 — The Late ‘30s to Mid ‘40s:

This difficult period in Walt’s life included the deaths of his parents, a studio strike that threatened the company’s viability, and a period when the U.S. military used part of the studio as a base. The company released Dumbo and produced training films for the military, public service shorts, and morale-
boosting films, and Walt embarked on a goodwill tour of South America to strengthen ties between the U.S. and Latin American countries. He later produced two Latin American-themed animated movies based on the trip.

Photos and union flyers from the 1941 Disney animators’ strike as well as samples of Disney films in support of the war effort will be among the gallery highlights. Also on view will be original art from Dumbo and insignias that the Studios created for numerous regiments and squadrons.





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