(The Hill) — Former President George W. Bush’s paintings are going to Disney World.
EPCOT, one of the theme parks at Disney’s resort in Orlando, Fla., announced Wednesday that it will soon be home to a special exhibit of Bush’s artwork.
“Portraits of Courage: A Commander’s Tribute to America’s Warriors” will feature more than 60 paintings from Bush of “service members and veterans who have served our nation with honor since 9/11, and whom the president has come to know personally since leaving office.”
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The exhibit from the George W. Bush Institute will be on display for a year inside EPCOT’s American Adventure Pavilion beginning June 9.
Photo courtesy of Walt Disney World Resort and The George W. Bush Presidential Center
Each piece of art will be accompanied by a story penned by Bush about the veteran depicted. The exhibit will also highlight resources to support those serving in the military since Sept. 11, 2001.
Ken Hersh, president and CEO of the George W. Bush Presidentical Center, said in a statement that he hoped visitors to the Disney exhibit will “remember the leadership, service and
