Mickey The True Original Exhibition
January 1st, 2019 by chocko
So, if you don’t know by now…Mickey Mouse turned 90 in 2018 and part of the celebration of The Disney True Original is an immersive 16,000 square-foot exhibition in New York City. There are 12 rooms to explore featuring art and installations by nearly 30 artists paying homage to everybody’s favorite rodent. There are also old collectibles on display along with an interactive game show where everybody wins a prize. Sharpen up on your Disney trivia but don’t worry, your game show host and Mickey will drop you lots of hints. You get a collectible enamel pin if you complete the game which is better than nothing! Along the exhibition you’ll also run into some free ice cream samples, so if you get a rumbly in your tumbly, diabetic shakes or just need a break, you will get some sugary sweets to get you right on track and ready to check out art and take selfies. One of my favorite exhibits is a screening of “Steamboat Willie Redux” which is the classic 1928 Micky Mouse debut “Steamboat Willie” side by side with a modern interpretation using all sorts of animation techniques and abstract re-imaginings. Another must-see is Kenny Scharf’s Cosmic Cavern which is a room filled with all sorts of neon objects from floor to ceiling with speakers blasting music to shake whatcha mama gave ya. On the way out, be sure to stop by the Mickey’s Maker Shop where you can purchase collectibles or design your own shirt.
https://partners.disney.com/mickey-the-true-original-exhibition
You can’t just walk up and buy a ticket at the door, so click the link above to get tickets in advance and schedule your visit. Not exactly cheap…at $38 before fees that’s a whole lotta cheddar! The entrance lobby for Mickey The True Original Exhibition is at 60 Tenth Ave. in NYC which is at the corner of 10th Avenue at West 15th Street. Hours are Tuesday – Sunday from 10 AM – 8 PM. If you just want to come down and shop for some Mickey Collectibles, the Mickey’s Maker Shop is open Tue – Sun from 10 AM – 8 PM and you don’t need a ticket to get in. Oh, Boy! The last day to check out the exhibition is February 10, 2019.
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