Epcot, Walt Disney World 1983 – Journey into Imagination

This authentic 1980s color photograph, captured in 1983, documents the striking architecture of the Journey Into Imagination pavilion at EPCOT Center (now EPCOT) in Walt Disney World, Florida. The archival image prominently features the pavilion’s iconic glass pyramids, which housed the original attraction featuring the Dreamfinder and Figment the dragon. In the foreground, the unique Leap Frog Fountains are active, with streams of water jumping between tiered concrete planters and geometric glass sculptures. Crowds of guests in vintage summer fashion, including high-waisted shorts and graphic t-shirts, populate the plaza, with some stopping to interact with the kinetic water displays. Opened in early 1983, the pavilion was a flagship of Future World, celebrating the power of human creativity. While EPCOT is still standing and remains a major global destination, the interior of the pavilion has seen several major overhauls, and the surrounding area has been reimagined as part of the World Celebration neighborhood. This factual record preserves the pristine, futuristic aesthetic of the pavilion during its first full year of operation. All our images are available as royalty-free instant downloads for use in books, media, and creative projects – or make your own prints for home, work, or as a truly unique gift.