Disney California Adventure Mickey Ears Carthay Circle Pin

This charming pin features the iconic Mickey Mouse ear hat design, creatively reimagined to celebrate the architectural beauty of the Carthay Circle Restaurant at Disneyland Resort. Released in 2023, this Open Edition pin belongs to the Mickey Ears Park Icon Series, which highlights beloved landmarks across Disney parks. The design captures the distinct Spanish Colonial Revival style of the Carthay Circle building, which serves as the centerpiece of Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure. First opened in 2012, Buena Vista Street transports guests back to the 1920s, the era when Walt Disney first arrived in Hollywood. The Carthay Circle Theatre itself is historically significant as the venue for the 1937 world premiere of 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs'. Collectors highly value this series for its clever blending of classic Mickey Mouse iconography with specific park geography. As an Open Edition release, this pin remains widely accessible for newer collectors while serving as a nostalgic keepsake for long-time Disneyland Resort fans. The pin features vibrant enamel work that mimics the Mediterranean-influenced color palette of the real-world attraction. It is a must-have for those building a themed collection focused on park icons and architectural history.