Why New Orleans Square's First Attraction Disappeared
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Published 2024-05-04
Discover the rich history of Disneyland's New Orleans Square and uncover the story behind its only original attraction on opening day. Explore why this attraction was a pivotal part of the park's debut and discover the reasons behind its eventual disappearance. From its significance in Disneyland's early days to the factors that led to its closure, this video provides exclusive insights into a piece of Disney history that shaped the iconic New Orleans Square we know today.
All Comments (21)
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Put me in the NOS is the perfect land camp! I’m old enough to remember when Pieces of Eight sold toy muskets and pistols. Once the new HM store opens, I’d love to see the current store return to the One of a Kind Shop. Thanks for hitting it out of the park again, Brickey!
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Thanks for clarifying a memory for me! For years I thought I had imagined an arcade there! In 1967 I was 6!
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Ah, NOS… the most perfect land of them all IMO. I knew about the arcade but not the location. Thanks and keep up the great work. 🏴☠️👻
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The only difference between New Orleans Square and Galaxy’s Edge is that I don’t want an expanded GE. It was themed around the sequels when it should be on Endor/Hoth/Tatooine. Good video as always HeyBrickey!!
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As someone that has never visited Disneyland, only WDW in Florida, I can't tell you how much I love your videos. Thank you and keep em coming my friend.
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Thanks for bringing back to the Ol' Postcard Days.
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I don’t understand why your videos aren’t being circulated more! You have the best, most unique Disneyland content on YouTube! Loved this video!
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Amazing video, as always love the secret history of Disneyland and the secret history of one of my favorite lands!
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I really love the history of the Disneyland arcades. Teddi Barra's, the Starcade, the Shooting Gallery, there is something really cool with knowing that they once existed alongside our old faves! Kinda feels like we're seeing arcades in general fading away. Saw a couple get closed recently... time and tide wait for no one.
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The fairest land in all the land! ❤ Great history lesson.
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If you think about it, New Orleans square is kind of like avengers hallway With pre-existing attractions like guardians of the Galaxy mission breakout
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I dearly remember the "non-compliant" entrance .. 2 steps down , Fortune Red on my right and Swashbuckling goods in barrels ! Thanks , Brickey . Been attending since '55 !
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I never get tired of hearing these stories. And I've read about alot of them before. But the videos really do the stories and history justice!
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Aloha Brickey..I loved those games as a kid,and I was disapointed when they removed them. As a boy growing up near the park and we went alot from the time I was 3, waiting for Pirates and then the HM seemed liked years..but the arcade gave me something to do while my mom and dad shopped sipping on Mint Julips... Thanks for the walk down memory lane
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Walt Disney’s last opening day. The man was at his peak. His art was just hitting stride in the park. Even more was launched in his remaining weeks. AMAZING.
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It makes me wonder if they are similar to the shooting games that are at Kettleman City’s Bravo Farms. Bricky, you probably haven’t been up the 5 to NorCal often but, the place is a total Disneyland tribute to various different types of attractions.
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The Fortune Tellers are incredible, great keepsake and interesting stories.
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This is why I love your videos. In all of my 40+ years, have I ever noticed all of these little hidden or not so hidden details in one of my favorite parts in the park. I get to see the park with different eyes when I watch. You have taught me to look up and around and enjoy the Vibes in the little details. Again, thank you, Brickey, for all that you do. 🧡🏰
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I wasn't born yet when New Orleans Square opened, but I've seen comments claiming that some guests, especially kids, complained about the lack of rides at the time. "It's just like Main Street, nothin' but shops!" someone recalled thinking in a comment I once read. People have also mentioned being taunted by the locked facade of Haunted Mansion, which sat there for years before the attraction was built. There was just no social media yet for them to complain to! :D
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Absolute Gem!! Well done sir.
