![]() ![]() Prior to the debut of Fantasmic! in 1992, when the south end of the Island was rebuilt to facilitate a stage for the nighttime show, Tom Sawyer Island saw very little change, though some elements were stripped down for safety reasons. The two children read a faux declaration from the Governor of Missouri that the island was annexed to the state of Missouri. For the attraction's grand opening, a fish fry luncheon with catfish shipped from Missouri was held at the Plantation House restaurant and two children from Mark Twain's hometown of Hannibal, Missouri playing the roles of Tom Sawyer and Becky Thatcher, were sent to Disneyland to participate in the dedication ceremonies. ![]() Days before construction was set to begin, he took the plans home and reimagined the landscape design, creating the inlets, coves, and overall shape that the island is known for today. Sharing a strong affinity for the world Mark Twain created in his novels, Walt found himself unsatisfied with the island's original design. The attraction has the distinction of being the only one designed by Walt Disney. The area opened in 1956, one year after that of Disneyland. Otherwise, on opening day, the southern parts of the island were minimally landscaped to give the riverboat something to look at. Before the Tom Sawyer theme was chosen, other themes were proposed such as naming the island "Mickey Mouse Club Island" and serving as a club headquarters or making the island into "Treasure Island". ![]()
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