Peoria's local history buffs and Disney enthusiasts are in for a treat as Marshall Shore, Arizona’s so-called Hip Historian, unveils the whimsical cords that tie the Grand Canyon State to the House of Mouse. According to the City of Peoria, the Peoria Main Library will be the stage for an enlightening presentation, “Where Arizona Meets Disney,” an exposé of the unlikely intersections between state history and cultural giant Disney.
Taking place on June 12 at 5:30 pm, Shore, who has carved a niche for himself with his hipster approach to history, will lead the audience down a rabbit hole, exploring Walt Disney's escapades in Arizona and the imprints they left on both the entertainment conglomerate and Arizona's cultural scenery. Those who join him will get to connect the dots from obscure local theme parks to silver screen shout-outs and even the artistic marks Disney may have borrowed from Arizona's desert flair; the session is lining up to be as informative as it is engaging.
Notoriously known for his dynamic narrative style, Shore promises to dish out history with a pop of excitement—a daunting task when dusting off the annals of the past, but Marshall seems to do it with the ease of a seasoned showman. As detailed by the City of Peoria, for those looking to sit in on the experience, rest assured that the Main Library's doors at 8463 W. Monroe Street in Peoria, will be open, and at no charge, the event is as accessible as it is intriguing, inviting anyone with a hint of curiosity to indulge in a bit of midweek edutainment.
