What is the Large "J" Shaped Building Behind the UK in Epcot?

[kidd_freeper]

From a map of Epcot, and from any overhead view of Epcot, there is a very large, plain, windowless structure behind the United Kingdom area. The building is "J" shaped. There appears to be a path that leads up to it.

What is the purpose of that building. I don't recall it being part of any exhibit.

Just curious.

 

[kidd_freeper]

 

[mjmcca]

That is the shop that is just inside the international gateway.

 

[caelwind]

This was a exihibit hall for the "International Gateway". It was used during the year 2000 celebration. I dont know what they are using it for now...

 

[Todd&Copper]

I knew it wasn't shops but thought it looked like a greenhouse. Thanks for clearing it up!

 

[elastigirl]

It's only used occasionally. The Millenium Villiage (?) was located there during the 2000 celebration, and I believe it's used for events - such as things during the F&W festival.

 

[tmt martins]

I wonder if it's a special events area.I tried to zoom in on the front but just can't get the right angle.Here's a live shot of it for someone that might know

J building Epcot

 

[dgaston]

Yes this building is used for special events. This is where Party for the Senses is held on Saturdays during Food & Wine.

 

[bobkbaines]

We were there on Tuesday and that building was being used for a Teddy Bear and Doll exhibition.

 

[betterlatethannever]

Yes, it is used for special events.

I believe the official name of the building now is World Showplace.

Ed

 

[MisunderstoodLilo]

That is where the Millenium Village was. Now they use it for special events, like the Mother's Day brunch.

There is a wood gate between UK and Canada, near the Off Kilter stage. Behind those gates is the building.

 

[Disney Doll]

It's only used occasionally. The Millenium Villiage (?) was located there during the 2000 celebration, and I believe it's used for events - such as things during the F&W festival.

This is correct.

My DSIL was in WDW on convention a couple of years ago and they had an event in there.

 

[mrsR123]

It is used for special events; I was there for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's pasta party during the marathon weekend in January. It has possibly the largest banquet/ballroom I have ever been in.

 

[umbluegray]

It's called the World Showplace.

That's where we went for the Mother's Day Brunch.

 

[Luv2Roam]

On NYE they were using that building for overflow buffet meals for walk up guests.