Disneyland Dream 1962
Photograph caption:
There is one spot left on this highly organized earth of ours where children - and their parents - can escape into a glittering world of childhood makebelieve - DISNEYLAND.
True, the 'Magic Kingdom' of The Great Cartoonist is in reality little more than a multimillion-dollar fantasy facade designed to capture the hearts of the young and the pocketbooks of their elders. But it does, nevertheless, provide a much needed escape from the often harsh realities of the world we live in for both young and old.
Pictured are the Fuson family of Chatsworth, Ron and Marty with sons, Bobby, 5, and Greg, 3, on the Flying Dumbo ride at Disneyland.
Photographer: George Brich, Valley Times Photo Collection/Los Angeles Public Library
Photograph dated January 26, 1962
Slipstream
I think Dumbo was an one of the rides that was operating when Disneyland first opened. Great photo of a family having fun. Thanks for posting!
Well Street
You're not exaggerating about capturing people's pocketbooks. I have a client who bought a Disneyland season pass along with several upgrades. He'll have to visit the happiest place on Earth 9 times in the next year to break even on this "investment."
Great photo!