New Smithsonian exhibit on Disney theme parks focuses on how the parks reflect American culture

[boingboing]

Originally published at: New Smithsonian exhibit on Disney theme parks focuses on how the parks reflect American culture | Boing Boing

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[anon33932455]

I wonder at the timeline for putting this together. Is this an intentional thing that was conceived as a “fuck you,” after the battle with DeSantis began?

[PsiPhiGrrrl]

@anon33932455

Is this an intentional thing that was conceived as a “fuck you,” after the battle with DeSantis began?

We’ll know for sure after that Governor’s Hall of Shame entry in Cooperstown, followed by images of him eating an all-American pie with his fingers.

[Michael_Johnson]

I was there at the Smithsonian exhibit today. It really approached it from all angles, both describing efforts aimed at inclusivity as well as critiquing a lack of representation through much of Disney’s history. It explored ads, photos from patrons, maps, and personal stories.

[Mangochin]

Two things.

1. Welcome to BoingBoing

2. That’s pretty typical for the Smithsonian. They are always willing to address prejudice and discrimination in our history.

[Michael_Johnson]

Thank you for the welcome! After walking through most of the Smithsonian museums over the past week, I’m glad to see that brutal honesty still prevails and is typical at the Smithsonian. Forced Smithsonian tours for all elected officials?