Walt Disney: One Man's Dream
Attraction at Disney's Hollywood Studios™
Fun Facts
A self-educated man, Walt Disney attended just one year of high school.
Walt Disney: One Man's Dream, in Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park , is a multimedia gallery attraction for Guests of all ages. Take a self-guided tour through the exhibits of photographs, audio interviews and memorabilia that tell the story of Walt Disney—the man whose life accomplishments still intrigue and inspire people the world over.
Specifically created to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Walt Disney's birth, Walt Disney: One Man's Dream is a trip through time that starts with his birth in 1901 in Chicago, Illinois and continues through his inventions, innovations and visions for a company that has become synonymous with magic.
Among the 400-plus artifacts that are rotated through the Walt Disney: One Man's Dream gallery are:
- Audio and film clips that contain previously unseen footage and interviews with Walt Disney
- Model for the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror attraction
- Models of Main Street, U.S.A. from Disneyland Resort
- Planning model for Disney's California Adventure theme park
- Scaled replicas of Sleeping Beauty castle in Disneyland Resort and Disneyland Paris Resort
- Special Academy Award statues for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
- Walt Disney's second-grade school desk
Guest Policies
- Assistive Listening Receivers, which amplify the audio, may be used at this location. Please visit Guest Relations to obtain a receiver.
- Guests may rent attraction translation device units at Guest Relations locations in the Theme Parks with a refundable deposit.
- Handheld Captioning is available at this attraction. Please visit Guest Relations to obtain a device.
- Reflective Captioning system is available. Contact a host or hostess at the attraction for assistance.
- Guests may remain in their wheelchair, motorized scooter or ECV to experience the attraction.
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Quick Tips
- Disney's FASTPASS reservation system reduces time spent in line at popular attractions at Disney Theme Parks. To use the FASTPASS system, simply slip your Park Pass into the FASTPASS machine to receive a ticket with an assigned return time and enjoy the rest of the Park while Disney's FASTPASS service saves your place in line.
- Some attractions offer a Rider Swap option. Rider Swap is when Guests take turns waiting with youngsters too small to ride a certain attraction then "swapping" with another Guest from their party to experience the ride without standing in line twice. See a Cast Member for additional information.
- Single and double-passenger strollers are available to rent at Disney Theme Parks. Quantities are limited and subject to availability. The Length of Stay Rental Ticket Option allows for multiple-day rentals. Baby Care Centers, where you can change and feed your baby, are located within each Theme Park.
- Meet popular Disney Characters, pose for photos and collect autographs during special meals at certain restaurants throughout Walt Disney World Resort. To find meals hosted by Disney Characters, search the Disney Dining Finder for Character Dining Experiences. Many meal times fill up quickly and require advance reservations. Book online or phone (407) WDW-DINE or (407) 939-3463 up to 180 days in advance. Guests under age 18 must have parent or guardian permission to call.
