How did Disney Studios inspire a national Christmas tradition?

And when was “Mele Kalikimaka” first used?

In this episode of Distory, we discuss the history of Disney’s It’s a Small World Holiday overlay and explore the fascinating origins of many of our favorite holiday traditions! From gingerbread to pinatas, ribbon candy to poinsettias, this episode is stuffed with Christmas history facts sure to delight any Disney history fan. We also go over a hidden celebrity in some of the holiday overlays, talk about changes in the attraction over the years, see a creepy clock, sing a few festive songs, and learn the truth about some traditional British wardrobes.

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