A Day of Walt and Reagan

Last Saturday I took advantage of an invitation to experience the D23 presents Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives at the Ronald Reagan Library. The day was golden, with crystal blue sky, pure white clouds and a warm glow from the sun. I made the trek alone to Simi Valley and it was relaxing to not have to entertain anyone (that statement will trigger a heartbreak and I'll have to explain myself I'm sure). While my mission was to capture footage and facts of the temporary Walt Disney exhibit, I was very much interested in exploring the rest of the library that displays the legacy of President Reagan.

As I am working on a piece that will be featured on GeekSmash, I am not going to reveal too much about the AWESOME Walt Disney exhibit. If you are in or will be visiting the Southern California area I do recommend you invest time to see the Walt Disney exhibit and plan to spend time at the rest of the library. To experience both exhibits I recommend, at least 4 hours. There are many things to see and experience in the Reagan portion of the library. Be sure to check out the gift shop for exclusive Disney pins and grab a drink at the Ronald Reagan Pub, located in the Air Force One Pavilion. Unless you have an "in" or promotional code, tickets may be a bit rough on the wallet, but I think it's well worth the price! As an added bonus, parking is FREE! Lastly, I must note the men and women that work and volunteer at the library. Everyone I met was exceptionally pleasant and helpful. Mr. Reagan and his family would be proud of the people that serve this foundation.

One with the show....

 

Model used for 20.000 Leagues Under the Sea

 

 

 

 

The storybook used to film the opening sequence to the 1937, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Also on display, the storybook of Sleeping Beauty and Cinderella.

 

 

 

 

Original costume and props from Mary Poppins.

 

 

 

 

A new but familiar face to the Disney scene, Ralph, from Wreck-it-Ralph.

 

 

 

 

Made a stop by Flynn's Arcade to check out some of the games used by Jeff Bridges, in Disney's 2010 hit, TRON: Legacy

 

 

 

Do you really want me to answer that, Mr. President?

 

 

 

Gorgeous view of Simi Valley from the Air Force One Pavilion.

 

 

 

About to board Air Force One 27000, no photography allowed on plane.

 

 

 

Never pass up an opportunity to be on film. Green screen experience, Reagan was a man of Hollywood.

 

 

Finding our the Reagan's were a fan of Spiderman...priceless!

 

 

Stunning piece of art made from JELLY BEANS!

 

 

 

 

GuideCam is a must get! For an additional $7.00 you are given an iPod for your own audio tour. Perks, you can snap picture AND video, then send your memories to your email. I should also note, you are given new ear buds.