Rocket to the Moon One of the most iconic early Disneyland features was the large TWA Rocket from the “Rocket to the Moon” attraction in Tomorrowland. The attraction opened in 1955, and went through a few different sponsors and paint-designs over its life at the park, including a refurbishment in 1967 as “Flight to the Moon”. Created prior to the actual 1969 Apollo 11 moon landing, the attraction quickly became outdated, leading way to the “Mission to Mars” themechange in 1975. The attraction closed in 1992, but many still remember the larger-than-life rocket and the excitement it brought to the early days of the park.
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951. TWA “Rocket to the Moon” Lunar Flight Certificate. (Disneyland, 1950s) A rare giveaway from the “TWA Rocket to the Moon” attraction. This certificate would certify that the individual has, “rocketed round trip to the moon from the Disneyland Spaceport via TWA Rocket Ship”. An enjoyable early Disneyland artifact. Especially rare in that it was never filled out by the park-goer! Measures 7”x5”. In good condition with some fold-wear. $100-$200
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953. “Mission to Mars” Animatronic Uniform Jacket Patch. (Disneyland, 1970) An oversized and seldom seen embroidered jacket patch worn by the animatronic cast at Mission Control for the “Mission to Mars” attraction. Previously known as “Rocket to the Moon” and then “Flight to the Moon”, the attraction was revamped at the height of the Space Race. The new 1967 attraction featured a pre-show introduction by “Mr. Johnson” and other members of Mission Control. These patches were seen on the backs of their lab coats. As Disneyland patches go, specimens from animatronic figures are the most scarce. Measures 4”x8”. In fine condition. $200-$400
952. Limited Edition Moonliner Rocket by Kevin Kidney and Jody Daily. (Disneyland, 2011)Beautiful Limited Edition replica of the Disneyland Moonliner Rocket by Kevin Kidney and Jody Daily. Produced as part of the 55th Anniversary of the park, this 21” tall rocket was released in an edition size of only 500 pieces. Features include lighting built into the base, and a small “viewport screen” recessed into the base containing a color-slide of the spaceport on the 954. “Rocket to the Moon” Limited Edition Desk Model. (Disneyland, 1995) ground as seen in the attraction during take-off. Comes with a Certificate of Limited edition desk model featuring the “Rocket to the Moon”, released by the Authenticity signed by Kevin and Jody. $500-$700 Disney Gallery in 1995. Measures 19”x8”x8”. In fine condition. $200-$400 www.vegalleries.com 289