| (1956–PRESENT) BACKSTORY: Names originally considered for the island were “Mickey Mouse Island” and “Treasure Island” (yes, even back in the 1950’s there were commercial tie-ins). Guests visit the island, surrounded by the Rivers of America, by traveling on a motorized raft which is piloted by a Disneyland cast member (one of the few vehicles NOT on a track). The Island was shut-down February 5, 2007 for the $28 million addition of “Pirate’s Lair at Tom Sawyer Island.” Unveiling date was May 25, 2007.
Most photos available for purchase as enlargements; email your request. To view photos, allow popups in your web browser & click thumbnails below. The text and graphics below are from a vintage 1957 Tom Sawyer Island Brochure. |
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Castle Rock on Tom Sawyer’s Island, June 1964)
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