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Tangaroa,
That is not the only vintage Tiki figure that made it to the Imports store. Along with that drumer, there are SEVERAL other Tiki Room and Tahitian Terrace figures throught the store. Most are Tahitian Terrace planters and decorations. There is even a large vintage "bowl" stuffed with merchandise accross the street in the shop where the Tiki Room merchandise is being sold. Take your time and go check them all out. If you look carefully, they are very easy to spot. They all have a similar look to their design and material. I imagine they still have tons of that stuff laying around (it's also possible that all that stuff they just put out is all they have).
Speaking of vintage Tiki Room figures, does anyone here know if all those pre-show figures are still all over Florida's Polynesian Village? I'd like to find out more about those. How many were out there? All the figures?
I know for a fact that MANY of the vintage Tiki Room figures were re-cast for Hong Kong Disneyland. I saw them all at Imagineering. They were brightly painted as usual. Even thought they won't have a Tiki Room, they re-produced these for use as Adventureland store decorations. They even re-produced the entire chanting poles! Their mouths and eyes do not move though.
Needless to say, I love all things Disneyland from the 60's. Anybody have any additional stories like these? Any more rare artwork or pictures Tanga?
Your friend,
Louis
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