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D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event kicks off on Friday, August 14th and runs through Sunday, August 16th, and there’s going to be SO much fun for Disney fans. This multi-day offering features a variety of panels and showcases to discuss upcoming and ongoing Disney projects and share news about the future of the company. But if you’re stopping by, make sure to visit the Imagineering Pavilion!

During D23, the Imagineering Pavilion will be a space on the showroom floor dedicated to all things Walt Disney Imagineering. Here, you’ll be able to get a peek at some of the offerings coming soon to the theme parks, and possibly other Disney Experiences. It’s a dream come true for a Disney Adult, but this year, they’re leveling it up with a special appearance!

Model of Madrigal’s Casita at the Imagineering Showcase in 2024

Disney has shared that this year, the Society of Explorers and Adventurers (S.E.A.) will be making an appearance at the Imagineering Pavilion! This fictional society is a longstanding bit of Disney history, tying into the backstories of several Disney attractions, restaurants, and experiences around the world. Its members include such Disney characters as Dr. Albert Falls (Jungle Cruise), Lord Henry Mystic (Mystic Manor), and Captain Mary Oceaneer (Oceaneer Labs on Disney Cruise Line and Miss Adventure Falls at Typhoon Lagoon).

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Disney says, “This summer, S.E.A. is collaborating with Walt Disney Imagineering to show the world more about the organization. In particular, S.E.A. wants to share more about the adventurers who demonstrate an insatiable curiosity for the world’s mysteries who make up their organization. While there’s no shortage of secrets across history and even in your everyday life, they might (emphasis on might!) discuss some enigmas which even eluded the Society.”

Portrait of Albert Falls in Skipper Canteen

The big highlight is that S.E.A. has a new, recently-discovered artifact that they plan to showcase at the Imagineering Pavilion! The backstory says that for the past three months, an unnamed S.E.A. archivist has been cataloguing artifacts in the society’s collection. “They’ve re-discovered incredible pieces of S.E.A. history, such as intricate Greek amphoras from Lord Henry Mystic or “acquired” sarcophagi courtesy of Harrison Hightower III. One crate unearthed from the archives, unopened for at least a century, is making its way to D23. But, the surprise is…neither Imagineering or S.E.A. has any clue what’s inside!”

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Now, here’s the thing we know about Disney. If this is a portion of the Imagineering Pavilion, they’re likely not just showcasing this mysterious artifact “for funsies.” We’re willing to bet that this new artifact will tie into the backstory of one of the ongoing projects — perhaps an upcoming ride, restaurant, or land. We’ll have to wait and see!

If you’re interested in finding out what this artifact is or want to learn more about S.E.A., make sure to visit the Imagineering Pavilion AND drop by the “An Inside Look at the Society of Explorers and Adventurers” presentation on August 14th. We’ll keep you in the loop with any more happenings at D23, so stay tuned to DFB.

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