DHS Construction update thread (Read Post 1) Updated 8/21/19

[VolvoManiac850]

I'm sort of surprised it went through to the store like that. You watch, the vintage t-shirt collection that comes out will have one that actually says 1989.

My thoughts on the 1994 date...

1. Tower of Terror is now the park icon. It did indeed open in 1994, and perhaps they are going off its construction date.
2. They want people to think of HS as the park with the fun rides and mark its best thrill ride's opening as the "birth".
3. They realize it was a different concept before people came to it for rides, with a different name and everything.
4. It's simply an oversight and nobody realized it because there has been enough turnover in the past 27 years.
5. They didn't want a lawsuit from Taylor Swift. (I'm only kidding here...)

 

[rteetz]

I'm sort of surprised it went through to the store like that. You watch, the vintage t-shirt collection that comes out will have one that actually says 1989.

My thoughts on the 1994 date...

1. Tower of Terror is now the park icon. It did indeed open in 1994, and perhaps they are going off its construction date.
2. They want people to think of HS as the park with the fun rides and mark its best thrill ride's opening as the "birth".
3. They realize it was a different concept before people came to it for rides, with a different name and everything.
4. It's simply an oversight and nobody realized it because there has been enough turnover in the past 27 years.
5. They didn't want a lawsuit from Taylor Swift. (I'm only kidding here...)

My guess is 1 or 4.

 

[PuppyJonathan]

Holy moley MGM is 27. (⚆_⚆). When I was there for the 25tj I swear that could've been yesterday

 

[rteetz]

Here is some new aerial photos.

http://blogmickey.com/2016/08/photo...tory-land-demolition-hollywood-studios-81816/

Some backlot props are still out there including herbie...

 

[Ursula's Apprentice]

Here is some new aerial photos.

http://blogmickey.com/2016/08/photo...tory-land-demolition-hollywood-studios-81816/

Some backlot props are still out there including herbie...

Do you happen to know what happened to Walt's plane?

 

[Lee Matthews]

That's a huge amount of land when you look at it

 

[rteetz]

Do you happen to know what happened to Walt's plane?

Correctly being stored in a warehouse until they decide where to put it.

 

[rungoofy]

Here is some new aerial photos.

http://blogmickey.com/2016/08/photo...tory-land-demolition-hollywood-studios-81816/

Some backlot props are still out there including herbie...

Here's a google maps view of what has been leveled (in whole or in part). Approximately 23 acres. To me what is most interesting is what remains... will it be repurposed or knocked down later. Specifically, the remaining parts of the backlot tour, the "HISTK" play area, and the "courthouse" that was next to the premier theatre.

 

[PuppyJonathan]

Here's a google maps view of what has been leveled (in whole or in part). Approximately 23 acres. To me what is most interesting is what remains... will it be repurposed or knocked down later. Specifically, the remaining parts of the backlot tour, the "HISTK" play area, and the "courthouse" that was next to the premier theatre.
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That's actually 2 acres under the 25 announced, interesting pictures though!

 

[ColoradoDreamin]

Here's a google maps view of what has been leveled (in whole or in part). Approximately 23 acres. To me what is most interesting is what remains... will it be repurposed or knocked down later. Specifically, the remaining parts of the backlot tour, the "HISTK" play area, and the "courthouse" that was next to the premier theatre.
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I can't remember if I saw it here or the other site...there was someone who said they might be leaving some of the buildings till as late as possible to create a "shield" from visitors -- so they can't see the progress as long as possible. Seems like something Disney (and most companies really) would do. Just logical - keep your public in the dark and it will make them even more intrigued about what is going on.

 

[jknc]

Here's a google maps view of what has been leveled (in whole or in part). Approximately 23 acres. To me what is most interesting is what remains... will it be repurposed or knocked down later. Specifically, the remaining parts of the backlot tour, the "HISTK" play area, and the "courthouse" that was next to the premier theatre.
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I thought streets of America was being repurposed into a new entryway for SWL?

 

[rteetz]

I thought streets of America was being repurposed into a new entryway for SWL?

Part of it is yes.

 

[aidancar]

Uhhhmmm....

 

[Ursula's Apprentice]

Correctly being stored in a warehouse until they decide where to put it.

Oh thank goodness. Glad to hear that.

 

[aidancar]

"The building facades of SOA that wrapped around the Muppet building are down. So pretty much everything on the Muppet side of San Fran and most of the Muppet side of New York are gone. The bit of New York across from the old Pizza Planet restrooms still remains and the shell of the facade behind Youse Guys is still there for now." - J.D. wdwmagic.com

 

[rungoofy]

Notice of commencement filed for plumbing work back of house at the muppets theater. With a listed expiration date of 10/31/2018, I assume that this is related to SWL construction. Work to be done by Hubbard.

 

[Iowamomof4]

Uhhhmmm....

I've only been to DHS a couple times and hardly spent any time in this area. What are we supposed to be seeing/not seeing here? Thanks!
EDIT: Okay, I went back a few pages and found some "before" pictures. It looks like one of the SOA facades is gone now?

 

[rteetz]

I've only been to DHS a couple times and hardly spent any time in this area. What are we supposed to be seeing/not seeing here? Thanks!
EDIT: Okay, I went back a few pages and found some "before" pictures. It looks like one of the SOA facades is gone now?

Yes part of the facade is gone.

 

[jade1]

Here's a google maps view of what has been leveled (in whole or in part). Approximately 23 acres. To me what is most interesting is what remains... will it be repurposed or knocked down later. Specifically, the remaining parts of the backlot tour, the "HISTK" play area, and the "courthouse" that was next to the premier theatre.
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That is a huge area. Haven't set foot back there in about 10 years. Should be fun when finished.

 

[aidancar]

Here's an update on the SOA demo, it has some good shots from behind the construction walls. http://blogmickey.com/2016/08/photos-video-demolition-streets-america-now-underway-82016/