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It's our Season Four finale and we're taking a trip back to October 1, 1982, when EPCOT Center opened at Walt Disney World resort! Did you know EPCOT Center was the largest private construction in the country at the time? This week Josie, Kait, and Adam discuss Walt's original plans for EPCOT, the park's construction process, and the many, many dedication ceremonies. Follow the links below to learn even more about EPCOT Center's Opening Day! 

Grand Opening of EPCOT Center 

EPCOT Center Commercial (1982) 

EPCOT Center: The Opening Celebration

The Spaceship Earth Story (1982) 

Disney Announces Plans For EPCOT Center | On This Day in Disney History - @KaitKillebrew 

EPCOT Center Holds Family Preview Event | On This Day in Disney History - @KaitKillebrew 

WDW Chronicles: 1982 Opening Day at EPCOT Center

EPCOT Center Grand Opening

EPCOT Center Opening Ceremonies

Earth Station at EPCOT Center

The Original EPCOT Project

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