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In early 1998, the Main Street Cinema closed as a film attraction.
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Change history
the lifetime log- 2024
In February 2024 the shop's marquee was updated to 'Now Showing Mickey Mousterpieces,' rebranding the store around Mickey Mouse-themed souvenirs and merchandise.
- 2021
For Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary, the shop was reconcepted in September 2021 into a retro-themed Vault Collection store selling re-created and re-imagined vintage Disney merchandise.
- 2007
After VMK Central closed on September 30, 2007, the space reopened in November 2007 as 'The Art of Disney' gift shop selling Disney artwork and collectibles.
- 1998
- 1988
By 1988, coinciding with Mickey Mouse's 60th Birthday, the cinema switched exclusively to showing classic Disney animated shorts.
- 1971
Main Street Cinema opened with Magic Kingdom on October 1, 1971, as a theater showing classic silent films.
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That's every change on the record at Main Street Cinema since 1971.
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Questions & answers
When did Main Street Cinema open?
Per the documented record, Main Street Cinema at Magic Kingdom opened on Oct 1, 1971.
When did Main Street Cinema last close for refurbishment?
The most recent closure/refurbishment documented for Main Street Cinema is dated 1998: In early 1998, the Main Street Cinema closed as a film attraction.
What changed recently on Main Street Cinema?
The latest documented change (documented Feb 2024): In February 2024 the shop's marquee was updated to 'Now Showing Mickey Mousterpieces,' rebranding the store around Mickey Mouse-themed souvenirs and merchandise.
How many changes are on record for Main Street Cinema?
6 documented changes, dating back to 1971 — the fan-kept shop changelog nobody else keeps.
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