New doll in wheelchair added to ‘its a small world’ at Magic Kingdom
A new doll in a wheelchair has been added to the Magic Kingdom attraction “it’s a small world.”
“‘it’s a small world’ is special because so many people are able to see themselves reflected throughout the ride,” cast member Jean CollinsJean said on the Disney Parks Blog. “Walt would be proud if he could see the attraction today.”
“it’s a small world” was created for the 1964-1965 New York World’s Fair. Personally overseen by Walt Disney in support of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the attraction was a huge hit. After 2 seasons there, it was shipped to Disneyland park, where it opened on May 28, 1966.
In 1971, “it’s a small world” was recreated to become one of the Opening Day attractions at Walt Disney World Resort. Due to its immense popularity, the attraction has been replicated at many Disney theme parks around the world and is considered a Walt Disney masterpiece.
