Disney World to open George W. Bush painting exhibit of veterans: ‘America’s Warriors’
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Walt Disney World on June 9 will open a new exhibit featuring artwork from former President George W. Bush of American veterans.
The exhibit will go for 12 months inside EPCOT’s “The American Adventure” pavilion.
It is called “Portraits of Courage: A Commander’s Tribute to America’s Warriors.”
Each piece of artwork will come with the “inspiring story” of the veteran, as written by Bush.
As guests walk through the exhibit, they will encounter the faces and the hearts of those who answered the nation’s call and learn of their bravery on the battlefield, their journey to recovery and the continued leadership and contributions they make as civilians.
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“Celebrating those who give so much to our country has been part of the fabric of The Walt Disney Company throughout our 100-year history,” said Josh D’Amaro, chairman of Disney Experiences. “We’re grateful to the Bush Institute for allowing us to feature this special collection and share it with our guests.”
The new exhibit is also set to include resources to support veterans and their families, Disney said, such as accessing mental health care.
“We are thrilled Portraits of Courage will be on display for EPCOT visitors to experience this year,” said Ken Hersh, president and CEO of the George W. Bush Presidential Center. “My hope is that those who have the opportunity to see this special exhibit will also remember the leadership, service and sacrifice behind each of the heroes painted and the unique challenges our servicemembers and their families face when transitioning out of the military.”
For more than 100 years, The Walt Disney Company has admired U.S. military service dating back to founders Walt and Roy O. Disney, who both served their country during the First World War. Since 2012, Disney has contributed more than twenty million dollars in funding and media support to nonprofit organizations that focus on bringing joy to veterans and military families.
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With the new exhibit launching in June, it will still be up for the July 4 celebrations that take place every year at the resort.
