Change history
the lifetime log- 2026
By February 21, 2026 the shop was selling a viral, EPCOT-exclusive French-themed Minnie Mouse oversized character-head bag souvenir (back reads 'Paris, Bonjour, Merci, Amour').
- 2020
The shop reopened on November 22, 2020 after its pandemic-era closure, debuting new merchandise including France-pavilion 'Paris' Minnie ears and an Aristocats 'Marie' Loungefly collection.
- 1982
L'Esprit de la Provence opened with EPCOT's France pavilion on October 1, 1982 as a Provencal housewares shop (soaps, aprons, cookbooks, kitchenware) and one of World Showcase's original retail spaces.
That's every change on the record at L'Esprit de la Provence since 1982.
The spotters in our Discord catch the next one first — and the record only grows when someone notices.
Questions & answers
When did L'Esprit de la Provence open?
Per the documented record, L'Esprit de la Provence at EPCOT opened on Oct 1, 1982.
What changed recently on L'Esprit de la Provence?
The latest documented change (documented Feb 21, 2026): By February 21, 2026 the shop was selling a viral, EPCOT-exclusive French-themed Minnie Mouse oversized character-head bag souvenir (back reads 'Paris, Bonjour, Merci, Amour').
How many changes are on record for L'Esprit de la Provence?
4 documented changes, dating back to 1982 — the fan-kept shop changelog nobody else keeps.
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