Guests visiting EPCOT's World Showcase may notice a growing construction presence around the American Adventure Pavilion. The work stems from damage discovered after Walt Disney World removed the red, white, and blue bunting and signage that decorated the building during the park's Fourth of July celebrations marking the United States' 250th anniversary. At least one metal support bracket was torn from a pillar during that removal, chipping paint and exposing part of the building's interior structure.
Construction equipment and protective barriers first appeared around the damaged pillars at the front of the colonial-style building a few weeks ago, around the same time Walt Disney World filed a general construction permit naming a roofing and architectural firm as the third-party contractor. On July 29, additional barriers were extended to at least four pillars along the right side of the building — the section fronting the partially outdoor area that houses the Kidcot Fun Stop.
The expanded work has also revealed additional facade damage, including holes above the pillars that appear to be left over from hardware used to mount the anniversary signage. A construction permit for the repair project had already been filed with the relevant authorities before this latest expansion of the work zone.
Despite the scaffolding and barriers, day-to-day operations at the pavilion remain largely intact. Visitors can still enjoy the American Adventure audio-animatronic show, catch a performance by the Voices of Liberty, stop by the Kidcot Fun Stop, and grab a meal at the Regal Eagle Smokehouse.
This story was first reported by Disney Fanatic.
