Get your checkbooks out, take out a loan, open a new credit card or do whatever you need to do because Van Eaton Galleries has released this bountiful collection of Disney artifacts for their upcoming exhibition and auction, Collecting Disneyland.

These original and unique Disney collectibles give a thorough insight how the animators, imagineers and Walt Disney himself turned magical ideas into the Happiest Place On Earth.

Bidding has already started (which you can join in on) or you can watch the auction live here on November 21.

Original Big Thunder Railroad concept drawing by Clem Hall Walt Disney World, 1979 $500-$1,000 “Extremely rare original concept drawing by Imagineer Clem Hall for a Runaway Train attraction at Disney World that eventually became the Big Thunder Railroad attraction.”
Walt Disney World Cinderella Castle logo pre-opening concept art Walt Disney World, 1970 $400-$600 “Rare original concept art for the Cinderella’s Castle logo at Walt Disney World.”
Space Mountain ride vehicle Disneyland, 1977 $50,000-$60,000 “This collection includes an original Space Mountain ride vehicle from the opening year of the attraction in 1977. The vehicle, in its sleek 1970s rocket design, has been repaired and restored to its original splendor and now makes for a fun and unique home furnishing.”
Original EPCOT Mexican Pavilion concept drawing by Clem Hall Walt Disney World, 1980 $500-$1,000 “The drawing is noted on the back ‘American Adventure Sketches–Clem Hall’ but the image is easily recognized as the music boat ride attraction, The Grand Fiesta Tour starring the Three Caballeros, which opened in the Mexican Pavilion in 2007, several years after Hall’s death.”
Skyway Bucket vehicle Disneyland, 1967 $5,000-$10,000 “The Skyway attraction at Disneyland opened on June 23, 1956 and ran until November 9, 1994. Originally, the ride required a D ticket to board, and could take passengers from Tomorrowland to Fantasyland, or vice versa.”
Signed Eyvind Earle “The Long Night” serigraph Disney Gallery, 1990s $3,000-4,000 “This stunning reproduction of an Eyvind Earle concept was produced for Tokyo Disneyland in an edition of 225.”
Original PeopleMover ride vehicles from the Kevin Doherty collection Disneyland $200,000-$300,000 “The attraction took park guests on an aerial view of Tomorrowland in a slow-moving cruise. In total, it is estimated that the PeopleMover attraction has serviced nearly 100 million guests during its time. The two PeopleMover ride vehicles showcased in this auction are among 13 known to still exist.”
Original production cel of Lady from “Lady and the Tramp” Disney Studio, 1955 $1,200-$1,500 “Original production cel of Lady and Tramp from ‘Lady and the Tramp’. The cel has been trimmed to 9″x12″ and stapled to a printed background as prepared for sale at the Art Corner in Disneyland.”
Orlando Sentinel newspaper Disney World announcement Walt Disney World, 1967 $50-$100 “Orlando Sentinel souvenir edition dated Feb. 3, 1967 announcing the plans by Disney to build Walt Disney World. The front page article points out that the focus of the project is Walt Disney’s EPCOT community, and the fact that since his recent death, the proposed theme park would be built first.”
1969 Disney World press kit WED, 1969 $300-$500 “With the emphasis in Florida shifting from Walt Disney’s dream of an experimental community to a major resort destination, this kit offers press releases, as well as publicity photos of concepts for the resort.”
Walt Disney World 1st anniversary cast photo Walt Disney World, 1976 $50-$100 “A beautiful 5″x7″ color photo of the original Walt Disney World cast-members (1-year veterans) in front of Cinderella’s Castle as part of the festivities for the 1st anniversary of the park.”
Walt Disney World contemporary resort and monorail architectural model/display (two pieces) Walt Disney World, 1970-71 $500-$700 “This pair of architectural display models were exhibited within Walt Disney World preview center for guests to see their first glimpses of coming attractions and features of Walt Disney World.”
First map of Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World, 1971 $75-$150 “A beautiful poster-size souvenir from the earliest days of Walt Disney World, this was the first version of the map you could purchase at the Magic Kingdom.”
The Disney Look, cast-member booklet Walt Disney World, 1977 $100-$200 “Entertaining (24) page booklet given to new cast-members at Walt Disney World to familiarize them with the parks standards for dress and hair style.”
Walt Disney World Disney University “Table Service Disney Style” Guide Walt Disney World, 1982 $100-$200 “A Walt Disney University ‘Table Service Disney Style’ guide, created for new hires to assist them in, ‘learning the practical skills of the art of table service’ that has been recognized as the ‘Disney Style’ of food service.”
Original Space Mountain concept painting by Clem Hall Walt Disney World, 1974 $1,000-$2,000 “Extremely rare original concept painting of Space Mountain by Imagineer Clem Hall. The painting features a stylized Space Mountain at night with the Skyway, PeopleMover and Autopia attractions surrounding it.”
Original Space Mountain concept drawing by Clem Hall Walt Disney World, 1974 $500-$1,000 “Extremely rare original preliminary concept drawing of Space Mountain by Imagineer Clem Hall. The drawing features his vision for the interior of Space Mountain and was a preliminary for a finished concept painting.”
Signed Walt Peregoy original concept painting for EPCOT Walt Disney World, 1977 $700-$900 “After working as a background artist at the studio from 1951-1964, he returned as an Imagineer in 1977 to offer his unique vision and style to the building of EPCOT. This framed 18″x12.5″ painting features a monorail type vehicle surrounded by many famous international landmarks.”
Original Walt Disney World American Journeys attraction poster Walt Disney World, 1984 $500-$700 “This Leticia Lelvier poster design was used for the attraction at Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and Tokyo Disneyland. This particular poster was an artist’s proof for the run, and has an ‘Artists Proof’ written in pencil along the lower right margin.”
Walt Disney World security officer badge Walt Disney World, 1970s $100-$200 “Walt Disney World security badge, used by Walt Disney World security officers in the early 1970s.”
Walt Disney World security officer hat Walt Disney World, 2000 $200-$400 “Walt Disney World security officers hat, used in the early 2000s. The hat is size 6 5/8 and is in very good condition with only light wear.”
Original early 1971 Haunted Mansion butler costume with cloak Walt Disney World, 1971 $1,500-$2,500 “Original Walt Disney World Haunted Mansion butler costume, including cloak, jacket, pants, vest, and even cast-member name tag.”
Walt Disney World Snow White’s Adventures “Wait Time” sign Walt Disney World, 1971 $2,500-$4,500 “‘Wait-Time’ signs are an iconic part of the Disneyland/Disney World landscape, and this is a wonderful example from a popular Fantasyland attraction.
Journey Into Imagination Dreamport prop EPCOT, 1983 $100-$200 “Tom Sherman deigned show set piece for the original Dreamport Scene in the Journey into Imagination attraction at EPCOT. This stylized sign was removed from the attraction in 1998 when the ride was renovated.”
Walt Disney World 10th anniversary felt pennant Walt Disney World, 1981 $50-$100 “This pennant features castle imagery with the Walt Disney World logo in large white text.”
EPCOT Center 1982 felt pennant (orange) EPCOT, 1982 $50-$100 “An orange EPCOT Center felt pennant featuring imagery of the characters Figment and Dreamfinder next to the blue EPCOT logo.”
WDW Coco-Cola pin set 1985 in original box Walt Disney World, 1985 $200-$400 “This grand, elegant set comes ready to be displayed, and even comes in its original box. There are 60 pins in total, ranging in characters from Snow White, Pinocchio, Mr. Toad, Dumbo, Bear Country, Alice in Wonderland, and Peter Pan, among others like Mickey and Donald.”
Oversized Disneyland certificate, Olympics Walt Disney Production, 1984 $50-$100 “The certificate, featuring patriotic red, white, and blue imagery with a prominent American flag in the background, was likely given to high level executives who had a part in assisting Disneyland’s Olympic Spirit weekends, in which the part hosted hundreds of athletes.”
Walt Disney World’s Country Bear Jamboree LP Walt Disney World, 1972 $100-$200 “A full-color illustrated book and record featuring songs and imagery from Walt Disney World’s Country Bear Jamboree.”
Marc Davis signed Haunted Mansion stretching portraits lithograph Disney Gallery, 1997 $1,500-$2,000 “Released in an edition of only 300 pieces, this particular piece has been hand-signed by legendary Animator and Imagineer, Marc Davis.”