Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World

More 1960s Walt Disney World construction pics

Here are some more never-before-seen photos of Walt Disney World under construction.  These were taken by  Donald M. Gardner,  who was the chief electrical engineer at MAPO, the manufacturing department at Walt Disney Imagineering.  An electrical and mechanical engineer, Don worked not only on the opening  of Walt Disney World,  but also worked on Disneyland projects and attractions such as the Walt Disney World monorail. Enjoy!

Walt Disney World Preview Center was established so the public could get a glimpse of the resort to come.
Walt Disney World Preview Center was established so the public could get a glimpse of the resort to come.
Construction on the "basement" which Fantasyland sits atop
Construction on the “basement” which Fantasyland sits atop
The Haunted Mansion under construction
The Haunted Mansion under construction
Looking at the Walt Disney World Railroad station from Town Square
Looking at the Walt Disney World Railroad station from Town Square
The Contemporary Resort, not yet completed
The Contemporary Resort, not yet completed