Disney Fans Alert: Historic 'Art of Disneyland' Auction Opens December 6 with Unseen Park Memorabilia

If you love Disney, collect rare finds, or just get a kick out of pop culture history, mark your calendar. On December 6, 2025, Van Eaton Galleries is throwing open the doors to almost 900 Disney treasures at its “Pop Culture and Disney Parks Featuring the Art of Disneyland” auction.

Forget your average park souvenir—this is the good stuff. We’re talking original ride props, concept art, signage, costumes, and a whole lineup of pieces straight from Walt Disney World’s legendary attractions.

Ever wanted to own a real chunk of the parks? Here’s your chance. Some of these items have stories baked right in—you just have to know where to look.

Take, for instance, the Cinderella Castle “dollop” from the castle’s 25th anniversary. Remember when they turned the castle pink? This turquoise decorative piece sat right above the entrance during that wild makeover. It’s a foot tall, nearly two feet across, and pure 1990s Disney. Van Eaton calls it one of the boldest refurbishments Disney’s ever pulled off. They figure it’ll go for $500 to $800—a real gem for anyone who remembers that era of Magic Kingdom.

Then there’s the illuminated red star from EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth, back when Disney gave it a Y2K facelift. You know, the era with the giant Mickey arm and “2000” looming over the dome? This 44-inch star hung right on the building and still glows, though it’s missing a few reflectors (hey, it’s been through a lot). Its estimated value sits between $1,000 and $2,000—a piece of EPCOT’s transition into a new millennium.

Animal Kingdom fans get a different kind of treat: a 14.5-inch leaf prop from the Tree of Life, pulled from the “It’s Tough to Be a Bug” attraction. It’s seen some wear—scratches, stains, a few scuffs—but that just adds to its story. It’s a straight shot to the heart of Animal Kingdom’s immersive design, and with an estimate of $300 to $500, it’s one of the more accessible pieces up for grabs.

If Disney Springs (or Disney Village Marketplace, as veterans remember it) holds a special place in your heart, check out the 56-inch scale model built by D’Agostino Izzo & Quirk Architects Inc. This thing’s detailed right down to fallen trees and worn pathways, a snapshot of the area as it once was. Auction estimates put it between $2,000 and $4,000—a standout for anyone fascinated by the evolution of Disney’s shopping and dining hub.

And then there’s Tomorrowland. The auction features a concept poster from 1995, dreamed up by George Stokes and Anne Tryba. Space Mountain, PeopleMover, Astro-Orbitor—everything’s here, set against a night sky filled with spacecraft. The tagline reads, “The Future That Never Was … Is Finally Here!” Van Eaton says it’s the only one ever offered to the public, and they’ve tagged it at $4,000 to $6,000.

EPCOT lovers, don’t worry—there’s Figment, too. Puppets, props, costumes, and a three-foot-long Dream Mobile sculpture featuring both Figment and Dreamfinder, made by Bill Toma in 1982. Only 15 of these sculptures exist. This one’s valued at $4,000 to $6,000, making it one of the most sought-after pieces tied to Walt Disney World.

If you want a shot at these artifacts, you don’t have to be in California. Bidding happens online, and you can browse the full catalog at vegalleries.com. With hundreds of pieces up for grabs, the auction isn’t just for hardcore collectors. It’s for anyone who wants to hold a piece of Disney history in their hands.

Whether you’re drawn to the pink-castle nostalgia, Tomorrowland’s retro-futurism, or the whimsy of Figment, this auction isn’t just about stuff—it’s about imagination, artistry, and decades of stories. For every EPCOT diehard, Magic Kingdom fan, or Disney history buff, there’s something here that speaks to the magic.