When things are working properly, Gertie will snort steam out of her nostrils
Gertie often gets dressed up for the winter holidays
The ice cream window is typically open during the middle of the day
The Gertie structure is an example of California Crazy architecture, a style popular in the 1930s that featured oversized icons and buildings shaped like the products they sold. Gertie’s playful design makes her a perfect fit for the whimsical world of Disney and her location near the similarly retro 50’s Prime Time Diner is thematically on point.
What makes Gertie truly interesting is her dual role as both a tribute to animation’s roots and a functional part of the park. She represents the bridge between cinema’s past and present, making her a unique photo opportunity and a delicious pit stop for ice cream lovers.
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