Something new is coming to the American Adventure Pavilion in EPCOT, which means that part of the EPCOT World Showcase pavilion will soon be closing.
American Adventure Pavilion
The American Heritage Gallery inside of the American Adventure Pavilion will be welcoming a new collection soon, but that means part of this pavilion will have to close in order for Disney to prepare. We’re sharing all the details you need to know so you’re not caught off guard by this closure!
The American Heritage Gallery inside of the American Adventure Pavilion will be welcoming a new collection. The Disney World website shows that the American Heritage Gallery will be closed for refurbishment beginning May 28th, 2024!
Disney World previously announced that a new exhibit will be coming to the American Heritage Gallery, which will feature 60 oil paintings by President George W. Bush. The paintings feature service members and veterans who have served since 9/11 that the President has gotten to know personally. The collection Is called Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief’s Tribute to America’s Warriors.
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Based on the operating times, it looks like the American Heritage Gallery will be closed from May 28th through June 6th. The website currently lists operating hours beginning on June 7th, although the exhibit is planned to have its grand opening on June 9th. Visitors may be able to view the paintings early, beginning June 7th (ahead of the grand opening), but we will keep an eye on the times as we get closer and see what announcements Disney World makes.
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EPCOT has been going through quite a few changes and it’s all part of the EPCOT Transformation. The entire transformation will be complete when CommuniCore Hall and CommuniCore Plaza open on June 10th.
If you haven’t visited EPCOT since all these changes, you have a lot to look forward to, including a new fountain in front of Spaceship Earth and some impressive new nighttime lighting on Spaceship Earth. We even got a new quick service and Starbucks location with Connections Cafe and Eatery. The Japan pavilion got a new table service restaurant, Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya. You can also have a meal in space at Space 220, now.
CommuniCore Hall
EPCOT also got a new nighttime show, Luminous: Symphony of Us, which replaced Disney World’s 50th Anniversary show, Harmonious.
Luminous
Make sure you check out these changes on your next EPCOT trip, and don’t forget to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney World news!
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Is there a closing date for the collection? We will be going November 22 until right before Thanksgiving and would love to see this!
Hi Ryan! Disney hasn’t released any information on when the exhibit will close at this time.