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A few weeks ago, Steven Miller who is the Disney Parks Blog Merchandise Communications Manager announced that a new Haunted Mansion-themed merchandise shop is coming to Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort this fall. This new shop will be replacing what was once The Yankee Trader. According to Steve, this destination will carry an incredible assortment of Haunted Mansion authentic merchandise created especially for Disney Parks. As friendly spirits continue preparing the shop to open in the fall, Steven caught up with his Walt Disney Imagineering partners who shared some additional details about what guests can expect.
The image shown above is part of the art for the yet-to-be-named location. Look carefully as you may see a familiar looking face in the artwork that is related to the shop’s storyline:
“Rumors have been whispered for years about the little shop that once was the abode of Madame Leota. While she disappeared many years ago, it has been said her visage appears now and then and her voice, carried on the breeze, is sometimes heard, humming a mournful tune.”
When asked about the cast members who will work at this shop, I was told:
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“The shop staff is a friendly, if somewhat quiet, group. They go about their duties with a calm and reverent manner but with a knowing glint to their eyes. They are well aware that the locals view the shop with a sense of mystery but come in anyway, hoping to find the perfect memento or to possibly learn about their future or past.”
Speaking of mementos, I thought you may like to see some additional Haunted Mansion authentic products coming to this location.
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Photo Credit: Disney Parks Blog
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Photo Credit: Disney Parks Blog