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About The Name

Much has been published and pondered about the "33" in the Club 33 name.

Click here to visit the Club 33 name Myths & Rumors page!

I had the honor of meeting Mr. Roger Craig who worked at the club when they first opened. As a young man, he worked his way up to Asst. Manager and then Manager. Quite an accomplishment. He also assisted in the opening of Walt Disney World in Florida.

The story of the name goes as follows:

Disneyland was quite an original concept for an amusement park, nothing like it had ever been attempted. The quality and details that Walt established would require extensive funding so investors were solicited from a number of major corporations. The investors would have the opportunity to advertise within the park, sponsor rides and food retails, and promote their products.

Walt knew that he would need a place to dine and entertain important guests and associates and he wanted them near his small apartment above the Pirates of the Caribbean. He also realized that many dignitaries would be visiting the park and a more controlled, secure and elegant environment would be highly beneficial. With this in mind, the small club style restaurant began construction. Sadly, Walt passed away prior to it's completion and the club had no name.

When the park was opened, there was a select number of lessee's who were the major sponsors of Disneyland, so the designers of the club realized these were going to be the first initial members of the club.

Here is a list of the original lessees. Count them and see what you come up with!

 As I review the list, it brings back a flood of memories. If you visited the park in the 50's, 60's and 70's, you'll recognize many of these sponsors.

So, there you have it! The truth behind the name! Thank you Mr. Craig!