Guests walking through Magic Kingdom on July 31, 2026, got a welcome surprise: the construction scrim surrounding The Haunted Mansion had been removed, revealing that the attraction's original opening-day color scheme had been restored to the exterior.
The paint restoration had been underway behind the scrim for some time, so the unveiling marks a notable moment for fans of the beloved Magic Kingdom classic. The refreshed look brings the mansion's facade back to the palette guests would have seen when the attraction first opened.
The Haunted Mansion news was among several highlights from a busy day at Walt Disney World. Also on July 31st, Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle marked his last day after 36 years with the company, Pocahontas-themed murals were revealed in guest rooms at Disney's Lakeshore Lodge, and a new Disney and Starbucks fall merchandise collection made its debut at the resort.
This recap was reported by WDWNT.
