Walt Disney Audio-Animatronics Figure coming to the Carousel of Progress

In an exciting announcement today during the “Creating the Happiest Place on Earth” panel at Destination D23 in Florida, Walt Disney Imagineer Chris Beatty revealed that guests will soon be able to see Walt Disney through the magic of Audio-Animatronics technology in Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort.

“We are grateful to The Walt Disney Company and Walt Disney Imagineering for their continued collaboration and ongoing partnership with The Walt Disney Family Museum. The introduction of a new Audio-Animatronics figure of Walt Disney in Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress marks an exciting milestone in our shared mission to celebrate the story of the man behind the magic and inspire new generations with his innovations and vision for the future. We appreciate the continued efforts and meticulous care that Imagineering has taken to keep Walt’s legacy alive.”

Kirsten Komoroske, Executive Director of the Walt Disney Family Museum

The first-ever Walt Disney Audio-Animatronics figure recently premiered at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, CA for Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary Celebration. The Audio-Animatronics figure is currently performing daily at the Main Street Opera House in “Walt Disney – A Magical Life.” In the attraction, the Walt Disney Audio-Animatronics figure talks to the audience during a visit to Walt’s office after a cinematic journey of Walt’s life and his endeavors.

And coming soon, guests at the Walt Disney World Resort will also get to experience the Walt Disney Audio-Animatronics figure in Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress at the beginning of the attraction. An opening date was not announced for the updated attraction so keep checking back for updates.