Want to be a part of American history? Well, Disney fans… here’s your chance to be part of the National Museum of American History! The Smithsonian has introduced a new “Disney Parks and American Stories” project and they want your photos.
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Do you have a handful of favorite Disney Park photos? Of course, you do! The Smithsonian has a new project in the works called “Disney Parks and American Stories” and want to get Disney fans involved by noting:
“Have you ever been to Disneyland or Walt Disney World? Did you pose for a picture in front of Sleeping Beauty or Cinderella Castle? Maybe take a selfie eating an iconic Mickey Premium Bar or getting an autograph from a famous character? If so, we want you to share your photos with us!”
“Our team at the National Museum of American History is working on a future project, and we’re looking for images that capture your experiences as guests at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. If you submit a photo and/or story, they might appear in the museum!“
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What a fun idea! The Smithsonian notes that they are seeking photos of friends and family at Disneyland Resort or Walt Disney World Resort, along with a story of what the photograph and visit meant to you. They also want to know when the visit took place and who joins you in the photo. They even ask the question, “What feelings did it evoke for you?”
And get this, the photo doesn’t have to be picture perfect! The Smithsonian specifically wants photos that show Guests experiencing all parts of a Disney Park visit with ideas such as, “posing with characters, kids worn out and sleeping, families, couples, individuals, people of all abilities, ethnicities, ages, on rides, eating together, looking at maps—everyday stuff! All decades and time periods, especially as Disney Parks change and evolve over time. We love candid and posed, even fingers on the lens are A-OK. We can crop photos for composition, so don’t hold back on blurry or double-exposed photos.”
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Keep in mind the Smithsonian won’t be able to use all the images they receive as they do have limited space. Plus, if you send in a photo of a child, you either need to be the child in the photo or the child’s guardian. Cast Member photos are not allowed.
Ready to submit your photos? Send them in the highest-resolution available in jpg, pdf, png, or tiff format to NMAH-DisneyStories@si.edu. Don’t forget to include a few sentences about the photo, along with a name and best way for the Smithsonian to get back in touch with you. Best of luck, Disney fans!