I have a few more bits of trivia to share with you, so sit back and enjoy.
Let’s start at City Hall.
Inside this building are two paintings hanging on the wall behind the receptionist desk. (I only have a picture of one.)
Did you know, these paintings appeared in the “movie” section of the Hall of the Presidents attraction?
Currently, the Hall of the Presidents is undergoing and extensive rehab. I do not know if these paintings will be part of the show in the future. But for 37 years these works of art could be seen at two locations in the Magic Kingdom.
Speaking of the Hall of the Presidents…
This next tidbit was brought to my attention by my good friend Anita Answer. On the side of the building, in a second story window, are two lit lanterns. You remember the old warning, “One if by land. Two if by sea.”
Now let’s venture to Fantasyland. I shared this next bit of trivia in my Disneyland Paris series, but just in case you missed it, I think it bears repeating.
Timothy the Mouse holds a whip at the Dumbo attractions in Tokyo and California. In Florida, Hong Kong, and Paris he holds Dumbo’s magic feather.
Now let’s visit Mickey’s Toontown Fair and Minnie’s house.
It seems that this talented mouse is quite an artist. She has set aside one room in her home as an art studio.
If you look closely at the paining on the easel, it seems that Minnie captured a pivotal moment in Goofy’s aerial career.
And if you look out the window, you’ll see the actual view Minnie had while painting this masterpiece.
Now let’s move next door to Mickey’s house – specifically, his garage.
It seems that our industrious friend has quite a workshop here.
If you look closely behind the books and containers on the shelf, you’ll find three cans of Mojave Oil.
If you’re thinking to yourself, “I’ve heard that name before,” you’re right. You probably have. Mojave is the oil company whose tanker truck is washed away at Catastrophe Canyon at Disney's Hollywood Studios.
That’s it for this time. But don’t worry. I’ll be out there searching for more interesting bits of trivia to share with you.
Posted by Jack Spence on May 10, 2009 5:00 AM | 
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Your Disney knowledge fascinates me. I love it, keep it coming.
Posted by Erin | May 10, 2009 8:58 AM
Posted on May 10, 2009 08:58
Thanks for these great tips. These are the kinds of things I love to see! I'm going on my first wdw trip in June and can't wait to look for these!
Posted by Mike Hammon | May 10, 2009 9:12 AM
Posted on May 10, 2009 09:12
This level of detail is what sets Disney parks apart from all others. Their attention to detail is amazing and it is always surprising me.
Posted by Jonathan Walker | May 10, 2009 10:38 AM
Posted on May 10, 2009 10:38
Thanks for sharing! I particularly love Minnie's view and the painting! Very clever. I wonder if Mickey and Minnie will ever get married? lol Imagine how many guests their wedding would have!!!
Posted by Joel | May 10, 2009 11:38 AM
Posted on May 10, 2009 11:38
Hey Jack...me (again). Okay, I know, I know...I am going to say something, and you are already going to know it, but here I go anyway!
Did you know (yes, I know you already do) that right next to the window with the 2 lanterns is ANOTHER window that has ONE rifle in it? Yep, 1 if by land, 2 if by sea....
You should have put that picture in the blog too! :)
Love the garage photos; I have all the same ones, and funny--I'm the only one ever taking pictures of the neat little things in there. I LOVE all the attention to details in that garage. Everyone else just walks thru, but my kids are "stuck" w/me taking pictures of all the little things in there.
HOWEVER, that said....despite all my pictures from Mickey's garage, do you know that I never caught the connection w/the oil?
So, you are ONE UP on me tonight! :)
Posted by Debbie | May 11, 2009 12:54 AM
Posted on May 11, 2009 00:54
You should include how to tell the identity of Cinderella's horse at Cinderella's Golden Carrousel. People will enjoy that.
Posted by Jamie Kelly | May 11, 2009 3:37 PM
Posted on May 11, 2009 15:37
I love the Trivia I cant wait to show my Husband on our next trip Thankyou :0)
Posted by Debby | May 12, 2009 3:09 AM
Posted on May 12, 2009 03:09
Another great post of secrets! Very fun! I am amazed at the detail that Disney puts out there for their fans to find. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by Jennifer | May 12, 2009 8:19 AM
Posted on May 12, 2009 08:19
Thank you so much for the little facts i had no idea about the oil it's so awesome i love how Disney does this
so thank you so much.
Posted by Robert Anderson | May 12, 2009 8:57 PM
Posted on May 12, 2009 20:57
Great post! I would love to see more tidbits from all around "the World".
Posted by Joe | May 15, 2009 10:43 AM
Posted on May 15, 2009 10:43
love all the blogs and all the pics-keep em coming!
Posted by matthew curtis | May 15, 2009 6:49 PM
Posted on May 15, 2009 18:49
Great Research! Magic Kingdom Odds & Ends shows how everything Disney is so well thought out!
Posted by kristin | May 20, 2009 1:36 PM
Posted on May 20, 2009 13:36