Mouse Extra

We have been talking a lot over this year about the terrific amount of TLC that is being put into Epcot recently.  We’ve seen major rides like Spaceship Earth and the Living Seas get extreme makeovers as well as multiple restaurants around the World Showcase.  But we are seeing some major work on the architecture as well.  While China has been in a state of repair for months, last week two pavilions were the recipients of what appears to be a new coat of paint.

I knew work was being done on Norway’s Maelstrom, but as you can see from the picture below more than just a ride closure is underway.  The closed area extends to nearly half the courtyard…

Also, major cosmetic work is happening over at the Japan pavilion.  This is obviously a fresh coat of paint for the entire building…

For those of us who love the World Showcase, seeing this is a welcome site.  Keeping it pristine is a monumental task, but one that is worth the occasional scaffolding that may block our view.