Liberty Square
Liberty Square is themed to the Colonial era. A time when electricity was unharnessed and the current day America was being formed. The centerpiece of Liberty Square is The Liberty Tree, a large oak like those on which the Sons of Liberty hung lanterns after the Boston Tea Party. The 13 lanterns hanging on the tree represent the 13 original states. The attractions in Liberty Square are The Hall of Presidents, a show starring Audio-Animatronics of all the presidents; The Haunted Mansion, a spectacular ride that's not too big on fright, but big on special effects; and The Liberty Belle Riverboat, a real steamboat that gives guests a ride around Tom Sawyer's Island. The restaurants in Liberty Square are The Liberty Tree Tavern, Columbia Harbour House, and Sleepy Hollow; and they serve fish, chicken, clam chowder, sandwiches, fruit, and baked potatos. The shops in this land are Heritage House, Yankee Trader, Liberty Square Portrait Gallery, Ichabod's Landing, and Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe; and they sell antiques, jewelry, items in brass, pewter, copper, and wood, kitchen items, Haunted Mansion merchandise, and Christmas items.
Interesting and little known facts
-The Liberty Tree is the oldest living thing in Walt Disney World; it is more than 130 years old!
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The Hall of Presidents
The Hall of Presidents is a patriotic show starring all 41 presidents. It begins with a wide screen film, narrated by Maya Angelou, showing the history of the American Constitution. Using photographs and paintings, the Disney Imagineers have managed to take a not-so-interesting topic and turn it into an appealing film. After the film concludes, the screen lifts up like a curtain to reveal all 41 presidents. After a roll call, both Abraham Lincoln and Bill Clinton recite speeches about the need to preserve the American government. Even if you don't think you'd like this show, or if your not American, go see it, since you'll surely be amazed by the Audio-Animatronics, which are among the most lifelike in all of Walt Disney World.
The Liberty Belle Riverboat
The Liberty Belle Riverboat is a real steam-driven stern wheeler that takes guests on a relaxing cruise around Tom Sawyer Island. Guests have three levels of decks to choose from, but you should pick a seat where you can see both shores, since during the ride the boat passes interesting sights on both shores, such as an Indian camp, a burning cabin, and wildlife. Also, during this 15-minute voyage, there is narration that explains what you're seeing.
Interesting and little known facts
-everything about the riverboat is real, except for the steering, since the boat travels on an underwater track!
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