The Nametag Museum: Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World opened in 1971. EPCOT center opened in 1982
The Disney-MGM Studios at Walt Disney World opened in 1989.
Disney's Animal Kingdom opened in 1998.

Nametag worn by cast members at WDW, ca. the early 1970's. Nametag worn by cast members at the Lake Buena Vista
Shopping area at WDW, ca. 1975. This area later became the
Downtown Disney and Pleasure Island district.

Nametag worn by cast members working at the
Contemporary Resort at Walt Disney World, from 1971-1973. Nametag worn by cast members working in the
distribution services at the WDW hotels in 1971.

Nametag worn by cast members tasked with finding
ways to find the reason behind slow ticket sales and increase
attendance at Walt Disney World., ca. the mid 1980's. Nametag worn by cast members working as staff members on
the Oldsmobile Golf Classic event at WDW, ca. 1985.

Nametag worn by cast members at WDW for the
celebration of the American Bicentennial, in 1975 - 1976.
This nametag belonged to Disney Legend Bill "Sully" Sullivan. Nametag worn by a cast member who had received a D.R.E.A.M. pin, the award for cast member excellence.
(It's an acronym for Disney Resort Experiences Are Magic.)

Nametag worn by cast members in 1981-1982, for the Tencennial Celebration, the 10th anniversary of Walt Disney World. Nametag worn by cast members in 1986, in honor of the 15th anniversary of Walt Disney World.

Nametag worn by cast members in 1991, in honor of the 20th anniversary of Walt Disney World. Special format nametag worn by supervisors at WDW, ca. 1991.

A blank service pin nametag, before the
cast member's name is engraved or the pin attached. An example of a nametag, before it is silkscreened or engraved.
One might say, "this nametag intentionally left blank".

Nametag worn by a Cast Member named Orlando,
working at a resort in Orlando. Heh. Specialized nametag made for locksmiths and other
Cast Members at WDW, ca. late 1980's - early 1990's.

An example of the receipt given to cast members
when they ordered a replacement nametag.
This nametag was issued for Epcot Center at WDW. Nametag bearing the name of the Mouse, ca. mid 1990's.

Nametag worn by cast members during the
50 Years of Donald Duck celebration at WDW, ca. 1984 Nametag worn only by cast members who had received a year service pin, in the late 1980's - early 1990's

Early version of the Ta-dum nametag.
Border is orange and painted on, not engraved. Another version of the Ta-dum.
Border and Mickey are painted. Has a very shiny, gloss finish.

.Nametag worn by cast members in the late 1970's and 1980's. Commonly called the "Ta-dum" Mickey. Another nametag with the curator's name on it.
He is beyond obsession now.

53. The Love Bug. He went bananas.
Then, fully loaded, he rode again, all the way to Monte Carlo. Altertnate style nametag used ca. 1980's to early 1990's.
This variety has no border around the outside edge.

Nametag worn by VIP guests at WDW, ca. the 1990's.
This nametag was worn by Disney Legend Ralph Kent. Nametag worn by VIP guests at WDW, ca. the 1980's.

Nametag worn by employees working at the Dolphin Hotel at Walt Disney World. This hotel is owned and operated by
Starwood Hotels, who leases the hotel land site from Disney. Nametag worn by employees working at the Dolphin Hotel at Walt Disney World. This hotel is owned and operated by
by Tishman Hotels, who leases the hotel land site from Disney.

Nametag worn by employees working at the
Swan and Dolphin Hotels at Walt Disney World. Nametag worn by employees working at the Dolphin Hotel.

Nametag worn by employees working at the
Ramada Hotel at Walt Disney World. Nametag worn by employees working at the
Courtyard by Marriott Hotel at Walt Disney World.

Nametag given to third-party lessees working at WDW.
No official logo was included, as this is a courtesy nametag. Nametag worn by employees working at the
Celebrity Eyeworks Studio at the Downtown Disney District.

Nametag worn by cast members who worked in the VIP Lounge at the Horizons attraction at Epcot. GE sponsored Horizons from 1982-1993. Horizons closed permanently in 1999. Nametag worn by cast members who worked in the VIP Lounge at the Horizons attraction at Epcot. GE sponsored Horizons from 1982-1993. Horizons closed permanently in 1999.

Nametag worn by cast members who worked in the VIP Lounge at the World of Motion attraction at Epcot. Horizons closed permanently in 1996 to make way for Test Track. Nametag worn by cast members working at the
Portobello Yacht Club restaurant at Downtown Disney.

Nametag worn by employees working at the
Hilton Hotel at Walt Disney World, ca. 1988. Nametag worn by employees working at the
Hilton Hotel at Walt Disney World.

Nametag issued to cast members working at the
opening of Innoventions at Epcot Center, ca. 1994. Nametag worn by cast members working
at the Pleasure Island resort at WDW.

Nametag worn by cast members at the
Wide World of Sports resort at WDW. Nametag worn by cast members at the
Wide World of Sports resort at WDW.

Nametag worn at the Disney Institute, 1996-2002.
The Disney Institute provided guests with educational
activities and facilities. It was demolished in 2002 to make
way for the opening of the Sarasota Springs Resort. Nametag worn by cast members working in the
Education Programs at Walt Disney World, ca. 1990.

Nametag worn by cast members and participants in the Disney University Professional Development Programs, the program created to train cast members and outside business leaders on the principles and methods of guest service in the Disney Corporation. Nametag worn by cast members working at the
Cirque do Soleil: La Nouba stage show at WDW.

Special gold-tone nametag used for VIP guests
and other cast member events at WDW. Nametag worn by employees working at the Wolfgang Puck
Restaurant at the Downtown Disney District at WDW.

Nametag worn by cast members
at the Disney Quest resort at WDW. Another variation of the Disney Quest nametag.
Border is solid gold; plastic is smooth and shiny.

Nametag worn by employees of the Guitar Gallery,
a third-party vendor located in the Downtown Disney District
of Walt Disney World. It closed permanently in 2005. Nametag worn by employees of the Virgin Megastore,
a third-party vendor located in the
Downtown Disney District of Walt Disney World.

Nametag given to cast members who have been selected to receive the Spirit of Disney award, the highest honor the Disney Company gives for cast member dedication and excellence. Nametag given to cast members who have been selected to receive the Spirit of Disney award, the highest honor the Disney Company gives for cast member dedication and excellence.

Nametag worn by Reedy Creek Emergency Services,
the police, fire, and ambulance service at Walt Disney World. Nametag worn by cast members working for Reedy Creek Improvement District, the organization developing and maintaining environmental projects on the Walt Disney World property; it also
supplies water, electricity, and emergency services at WDW.

An alternate variety of nametag worn by cast members
working for Reedy Creek Improvement District. Nametag worn by cast members who were
honored as the Cast Member of the Month at WDW.

Nametag worn by cast members working at the
Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World. Nametag worn by cast members working for Vista-United Telecommunications, a Disney-owned company created to provide telephone services at Walt Disney World. They worked in an unused room in the upper level of Cinderella Castle.

An example of nametags worn by cast members
who are bilingual. This tag was issued in the late 1980's. An example of nametags worn by cast members
who are bilingual. This tag was issued in the late 1980's.

An example of nametags worn by
cast members who speak multiple languages. An example of nametags worn by
cast members who speak multiple languages.

An example of nametags worn by
cast members who speak multiple languages. An example of nametags worn by
cast members who speak multiple languages.

An example of nametags worn by cast members
who are bilingual. This tag was issued in the late 1980's. Nametag worn by cast members who are bilingual,
ca. late 1970's - early 1990's.

Nametag worn by cast members who are bilingual,
ca. late 1970's - early 1990's. Nametag worn by cast members who are bilingual,
ca. late 1970's - early 1990's.

Nametag worn by cast members who were
honored as the Cast Member of the Month at WDW. A nametag bearing the name of the Curator.

An example of nametags worn by newly hired cast members
at Walt Disney World. This nametag was issued in 1996.
This ribbon says "In Training", later changed to "Earning My Ears". An example of nametags worn by newly hired cast members
at Walt Disney World. This nametag was issued in 1996.

A nametag bearing the name of the Mouse, ca. 1996. Nametag worn by cast members in 1996, in honor of the 25th anniversary of Walt Disney World.

Nametag given to cast members in 1996 who were part of the original opening team of WDW when it opened in 1971. Nametag given to cast members in 1998 who were part of the original opening team of WDW when it opened in 1971.

Another variation of the "Ta-dum" Mickey nametag,
from the 1980's and early 1990's. We miss you, Walt.

Nametag worn by cast members working in the
Radio Disneybroadcast booth at Walt Disney World. Nametag worn by cast members working at
the Wild Horse Saloon at Pleasure Island.

Nametag worn by cast members in 2000,
for the Millenium celebration at WDW. A nametag bearing the name of the Curator.
A special gift from a friend of the Museum.

Nametag worn by cast members in 2000,
for the Millenium celebration at WDW. A nametag with the curator's name on it.
Another example of the WDW Millennium celebration from 2000.

Nametag bearing the name of the Mouse.
Issued for the Millennium Celebration in 2000. An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual
Issued for the Millennium Celebration in 2000.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual.
Issued for the Millennium Celebration in 2000. An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual.
Issued for the Millennium Celebration in 2000.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual.
Issued for the Millennium Celebration in 2000. An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual.
Issued for the Millennium Celebration in 2000.

Nametag worn by cast members in 2001, for the
"100 Years of Magic" celebration at WDW,
in honor of the birth and lifetime of Walt Disney. Nametag worn by guests during special events at the
"100 Years of Magic" celebration at WDW, 2001-2002.

Nametag worn by cast members at Victoria & Albert's,
the 5-star restaurant at the WDW Grand Floridian hotel. Nametag worn by cast members at Victoria & Albert's,
the 5-star restaurant at the WDW Grand Floridian hotel.

Nametag worn by guests during special events at the
"100 Years of Magic" celebration at WDW, 2001-2002. An example of a malfunction of the machine
used to engrave names into nametags.

An example of nametags worn by cast members at
Walt Disney World who speak multiple languages. An example of nametags worn by cast members at
Walt Disney World who speak multiple languages.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. Issued for the 100 Years of Magic celebration, ca. 2001. An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual.
Issued for the 100 Years of Magic celebration, ca. 2001.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. Issued for the 100 Years of Magic celebration, ca. 2001. An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. Issued for the 100 Years of Magic celebration, ca. 2001.

Promotional nametag given to Disney Travel Agents,
to promote the "100 Years of Magic"
celebration at Walt Disney World, ca. 2001. Nametag worn by cast members attending Disney Dimensions,
a week-long executive training seminar at Walt Disney World.

Another variety of the "100 Years of Magic" nametag.
The border is engraved, not painted.
Also another example of engraving machine malfunction. Nametag worn by cast members in 2001, for the
"100 Years of Magic" celebration at WDW.

Nametag worn by cast members in 2001, for the
"100 Years of Magic" celebration at WDW. Another variety of the Magical Gatherings nametag.
The border is painted on, not engraved into the nametag.

Nametag worn by cast members in
2003-2004, for the "Magical Gatherings" celebration at WDW.
There is a Hidden Mickey on this nametag. Do you see it? An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual
Issued for the "Magical Gatherings" celebration, ca. 2003-2004.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual
Issued for the "Magical Gatherings" celebration, ca. 2003-2004. An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual
Issued for the "Magical Gatherings" celebration, ca. 2003-2004

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual
Issued for the "Magical Gatherings" celebration, ca. 2003-2004. An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual
Issued for the "Magical Gatherings" celebration, ca. 2003-2004.

An example of a malfunction of the machine
used to engrave names into nametags. An example of a malfunction of the machine
used to engrave names into nametags.

Another nametag with the curator's name on it.
Wworn by a student working in the WDW College Program. Nametag worn by cast members working at the
AMC Pleasure Island 24 Theatres Complex in
the Downtown Disney District at WDW.

Nametag worn by cast members in 2005, for the "Happiest Celebration on Earth" at WDW. Honors 50 years of Disney themeparks, and the opening of Disneyland in 1955. Another nametag with the curator's name on it.
Issued in 2005 for the "Happiest Celebration on Earth"
at Walt Disney World.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. This tag was issued for the 50th Anniversary celebration in 2005. An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. This tag was issued for the 50th Anniversary celebration in 2005.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. This tag was issued for the 50th Anniversary celebration in 2005. An example of nametags worn by cast members
who are fluent in Spanish and American Sign Language.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. This tag was issued for the 50th Anniversary celebration in 2005. An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. This tag was issued for the 50th Anniversary celebration in 2005.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. An example of nametags worn by cast members working in the
Cultural Representative Program at Walt Disney World.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. An example of nametags worn by cast members
who are fluent in American Sign Language.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual.

An example of nametags worn by cast members
participating in the College Program at WDW. Nametag worn by cast members during the
Year of a Million Dreams celebration in 2006-2009.

Walt Disney World Press, Construction, and Staff Badges
Members of the news media, construction crews, and other staff receive
special badges that provide access to the event and identification.

Badges worn by Walt Disney World security officers, ca. the early 1980's.

Badge worn by a cast member selected to be a Walt Disney World Ambassador, 1981-1996. They represent and promote WDW for a term of two years in the media and special events.

Badge worn by a cast member working as a Host at
Walt Disney World giving guided tours of Magic Kingdom park. Badge worn by a cast member working as a Hostess at
Walt Disney World giving guided tours of Magic Kingdom park.

Badge worn by a cast member giving
guided tours of Magic Kingdom park. Badge worn by a cast member working in
Guest Relations roles at Walt Disney World.

Name badge given to third-party staff working in the
film and TV productions at the MGM Studios, ca. 1988. Badge given to third-party staff working on the conversion of the
Millennium Village into the World Showplace, ca. late 2000.

Badge given to members of the press attending
the opening of Epcot Center at WDW, in October 1982. Badge given to members of the press attending
the opening of Epcot Center at WDW, in October 1982.

Badge given to members of the press attending
the opening of Epcot Center at WDW, in October 1982. Badge given to participants at the ABC
Super Soap event at WDW, in November 2002.

Badge given to participants at the
WDW Oldsmobile Golf Classic, in October 1988. Badge given to participants at the
WDW Oldsmobile Golf Classic, in October 1989.

Badge given to participants at the
WDW Oldsmobile Golf Classic, in October 1990. Badge given to participants at the
WDW Oldsmobile Golf Classic, in October 1991.

Badge given to participants in the
National Car Rental golf event at WDW, in 2001. Badge given to participants in the
National Car Rental golf event at WDW, in 2000.

Badge given to participants in the
National Car Rental golf event at WDW, in 2001. Badge given to participants in the
National Car Rental golf event at WDW, in 1998.

Badge worn by guests at the 1981 PGA Merchandise
Show at Walt Disney World, in January 1981. Badge worn by guests at the 1980 PGA Merchandise
Show at Walt Disney World, in January 1980.

Badge worn by guests at the 1990 Oldsmobile
Scramble National Finals at Walt Disney World. Badge worn by guests at the 1991 Oldsmobile
Scramble National Finals at Walt Disney World.

Badge given to participants at the filming of the 2003
Walt Disney World Christmas Parade. Name badge given to news network reporters
covering special events at WDW, ca. 1990.

Badge given to participants at the filming of the 2005
Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade. Badge given to participants at the filming of the 2006
Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade.

Badge given to participants at the filming of the 2007
Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade. Badge given to participants at the filming of the 2008
Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade.

Badge given to participants at the ABC News
New Year's Eve event at WDW, in December 1999. Badge given to participants in the Disney Dreamers
Academy event at WDW, in February 2009.

Name badge given to theater technicians working
special events at the Disney MGM Studios, ca. 1990. Name badge given to news network reporters
covering special events at WDW, ca. 1992.

Badge given to staff working at the filming of the
Disney Channel Games TV program in April 2007.
Badge given to staff working at the filming of the
Disney Channel Games TV program in April 2008.

Badge given to staff working at the ABC Super Soap
Weekend event at WDW, in 2008. Badge worn by visitors to the
WDW construction site, ca. the late 1960's - early 1970's.

Name badge given to ABC News network affiliates
covering special events at WDW, ca. 1997. Badge given to participants at backstage birthday parties
at Walt Disney World, ca. the early 1990's.

Badge given to participants in the
Armed Forces Parade at WDW, in 1991. Badge given to participants in the Mickey's Worldwide
Kids' Party event at WDW, in November 1993.

Badge given to participants at the Celebration in the
Park at Lake Eola Park in Orlando, in 1993. Badge given to participants at the Celebration in the
Park at Lake Eola Park in Orlando, in 1993.

Badge given to participants at the USA National
Gymnastics team event at WDW, in July 1996. Badge given to participants at the
Kaina Flex Appeal event at WDW, in January 2000.

Badge given to participants at the
Epcot Food and Wine event at WDW, in November 1998. Badge given to participants at the
Rebecca's Gardening event at WDW, in December 1998.

Badge given to participants at the
LL Cool J concert event at WDW, in June 1998. Badge given to participants at the
Telemundo Latin Music event at WDW, in December 2001.

Badge given to participants at the
Imagineer That! event at WDW, in late 1998. Badge given to participants at the
National Geographic event at WDW, in late 1999.

Badge given to participants at the
New Year's Rockin' Eve event at WDW, in 2001. Badge given to participants at the grand opening
of the Rock'n Roller Coaster at WDW, in July 1999.

Badge given to participants at the Comcast
Employee event at WDW, in late 1998. Badge given to participants at the
Primetime Country event at WDW, in April 1999.

Badge given to participants at the Who Wants To Be
A Millionaire event at WDW, in December 2001. Badge given to participants at the Live with Regis
and Kelly event at WDW, in December 2001.

Badge given to participants at the Live with Regis
and Kelly event at WDW, in December 2001. Badge given to participants at the
LFO In Concert event at WDW, in August 1999.

Badge given to participants at the
Rock'n Rockets fireworks event at WDW, ca. 1998. Badge given to participants at the
Summer Jam Concert event WDW, in June 2000.

Badge given to participants at the
Japan TV Special event at WDW, in December 1999.. Badge given to participants at the Food Network
Wine Festival event at WDW, in December 2001.

Badge given cast members working the opening of the
Disney's Animal Kingdom, April 20-23, 1998. Badge given to participants at the "Twas the Night Before Christmas" show at WDW, in December 2000.

Badge given to participants in the
Operation Skybox N at WDW, in 2001. Nametag worn by guests attending the grand opening
of the Disney MGM Studios, in May of 1989.

Badge worn by cast members and guests for the celebrations
of the 15th anniversary of Walt Disney World in 1986. Badge worn by cast members and guests for the celebrations
of the 20th anniversary of Walt Disney World in 1991.

Badge worn by guests attending conventions at the
Contemporary Resort at Walt Disney World, ca. the late 1970's. Badge worn by guests attending conventions at the
Contemporary Resort at Walt Disney World, ca. the late 1970's.

Badge given to staff working at the opening of the
American Idol Experience attraction at WDW, in February 2009. Badge worn by third-party staff working
on special projects at WDW, ca. late 1970's.

Badge given to guests at during the taping of the
game show Wheel of Fortune at Walt Disney World. This nametag is coming soon. Check back later.

Badges worn by third-party staff working on special projects at WDW, ca. late 1970's.

Special Walt Disney World Events
Many special events are held regularly at Walt Disney World.
Participants are given special badges that provide access to the event and identification.

Nametags created for Regis Philbin and Kelly Ripa when they hosted the filming of the Christmas Parade at the Magic Kingdom at WDW on December 5, 2005. These are large nametags, almost 1 foot across. These nametags were left on their dressing room doors after filming was completed, and 'acquired' by a cast member.

Nametag given to cast members and members of the press at the
grand opening of Disney's Animal Kingdom in 1998. Nametag given to cast members and members of the press at the
grand opening of Disney's Animal Kingdom in 1998.

Nametag given to cast members and members of the press at the
grand opening of Disney's Animal Kingdom in 1998. Nametag given to special guests and members of the press at the grand opening of the Disney MGM Studios at
Walt Disney World, on May 1, 1989.

Nametag given to cast members and members of the press
at the Millenium Celebration at WDW, in late 1999. Nametag given to cast members and members of the press
at the Millenium Celebration at WDW, in late 1999.

Badge given to guests participating in the
celebration of the 25th anniversary of WDW in 1996. Badge given to guests participating in the
celebration of the 25th anniversary of WDW in 1996.

Badge given to members of the press at the grand opening
of Splash Mountain at Walt Disney World, October 1-4 1992. Badge given to cast members and member of the press at the
WDI preview of the events surrounding the "100 Years of Magic"
Celebration at Walt Disney World in 2001.

Name badge given to cast members working at the
new-hire career fair at WDW, on May 11, 2000. Badge given to guests at the Downtown Disney
West Side Gala, November 6, 1997.

Badge given to participants at the
Millenium Dreamers event at WDW, in May 2000. Badge given cast members working the opening of
Disney Quest at WDW, in April 2001.

Badge given to guests participating in the
Millennium Celebrations at WDW in 2000. Badge given cast members working the opening of the
Animal Kingdom Lodge at WDW, in April 2001.

Badge worn on costumes of cast members working
the Muppet-vision 3D attraction. Badge given to participants at the
ESPN Fan Trip event at WDW, in May 2000.

Badge given cast members working the opening of
the Test Track attraction at WDW, in March 1999. Badge given cast members working the opening of
the Test Track attraction at WDW, in March 1999.

Badge given to participants at the
Rock'n Rockets fireworks event at WDW, ca. 1998. Badge given to participants at the Lifetime TV
Ultimate Timeout event at WDW, ca. 1998.

Badge given to participants at the
ESPN Zone VIP event at WDW, ca. 1998. Badge given to participants at the Celebration
Of A Century event at WDW, in December 2001.

Badge given to participants at the premiere of the
Cirque De Soleil La Nouba at WDW, ca. 1999. Badge given to participants at the
Live With Regis and Kelly event at WDW, ca. 1998.

Badge given to participants at the
Wide World of Sports Marketing event at WDW, ca. 1997. Badge given to participants at the
WDW Marathon in January 1998.

Badge given to participants at the
New Year's Eve Millenium event at WDW, in December 1999. Badge given to participants at the opening of the
BET Soundstage Club at WDW, in 1998.

Badge given to participants at the opening of the
Rock'n Roller Coaster attraction WDW, in July 1999.. Badge given to members of the press for the return of the
Main Street Electrical Parade to WDW, on May 27, 1999.

Walt Disney World Guest of Honor Nametags
Guests of the Disney resorts also can purchase nametags to wear.

Guest of Honor nametag from Walt Disney World,
ca. the 1980's - early 1990's. Nametag used by cast members for testing
Guest of Honor engraving equipment.

Guest of Honor nametag issued in 1996,
for the 25th Anniversary of Walt Disney World. Guest of Honor nametag issued at WDW in 1996.
The year is representative of the year of the guest's first park visit.

Guest of Honor nametag from Walt Disney World, ca. 2000. Guest of Honor nametag from Walt Disney World, ca. 2000.

Guest of Honor nametag from Walt Disney World, ca. 2000. Guest of Honor nametag from Walt Disney World, ca. 2000.

Guest of Honor nametag, issued in 2005 for the
"Happiest Celebration on Earth" at Walt Disney World. Guest of Honor nametag from Walt Disney World in 2007.

Guest of Honor nametag, issued in 2005 for the
"Happiest Celebration on Earth" at Walt Disney World. Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.

Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World. Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.

Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World. Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.

Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World. Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.

Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World. Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.

Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World. Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.

Nametag worn by guest and cast members
during the Disney Days event in 2000. Nametag worn by guest and cast members
during the Disney Days event in 2001.

Guest of Honor nametag from Walt Disney World,
ca. the 1980's - early 1990's. Nametag issued at WDW, in celebration of the milestone of
100,000,000 guests at the park, in October 1979.

Nametag worn by guests at the Star Wars Weekends at WDW. This nametag is coming soon. Check back later.


Nametag worn by cast members at WDW, ca. the early 1970's.	Nametag worn by cast members at the Lake Buena Vista Shopping area at WDW, ca. 1975. This area later became the Downtown Disney and Pleasure Island district.

Nametag worn by cast members working at the Contemporary Resort at Walt Disney World, from 1971-1973.	Nametag worn by cast members working in the distribution services at the WDW hotels in 1971.

Nametag worn by cast members tasked with finding ways to find the reason behind slow ticket sales and increase attendance at Walt Disney World., ca. the mid 1980's.	Nametag worn by cast members working as staff members on the Oldsmobile Golf Classic event at WDW, ca. 1985.

Nametag worn by cast members at WDW for the celebration of the American Bicentennial, in 1975 - 1976. This nametag belonged to Disney Legend Bill "Sully" Sullivan.	Nametag worn by a cast member who had received a D.R.E.A.M. pin, the award for cast member excellence. (It's an acronym for Disney Resort Experiences Are Magic.)

Nametag worn by cast members in 1981-1982, for the Tencennial Celebration, the 10th anniversary of Walt Disney World.	Nametag worn by cast members in 1986, in honor of the 15th anniversary of Walt Disney World.

Nametag worn by cast members in 1991, in honor of the 20th anniversary of Walt Disney World.	Special format nametag worn by supervisors at WDW, ca. 1991.

A blank service pin nametag, before the cast member's name is engraved or the pin attached.	An example of a nametag, before it is silkscreened or engraved. One might say, "this nametag intentionally left blank".

Nametag worn by a Cast Member named Orlando, working at a resort in Orlando. Heh.	Specialized nametag made for locksmiths and other Cast Members at WDW, ca. late 1980's - early 1990's.

An example of the receipt given to cast members when they ordered a replacement nametag. This nametag was issued for Epcot Center at WDW.	Nametag bearing the name of the Mouse, ca. mid 1990's.

Nametag worn by cast members during the 50 Years of Donald Duck celebration at WDW, ca. 1984	Nametag worn only by cast members who had received a year service pin, in the late 1980's - early 1990's

Early version of the Ta-dum nametag. Border is orange and painted on, not engraved.	Another version of the Ta-dum. Border and Mickey are painted. Has a very shiny, gloss finish.

.Nametag worn by cast members in the late 1970's and 1980's. Commonly called the "Ta-dum" Mickey.	Another nametag with the curator's name on it. He is beyond obsession now.

53. The Love Bug. He went bananas. Then, fully loaded, he rode again, all the way to Monte Carlo.	Altertnate style nametag used ca. 1980's to early 1990's. This variety has no border around the outside edge.

Nametag worn by VIP guests at WDW, ca. the 1990's. This nametag was worn by Disney Legend Ralph Kent.	Nametag worn by VIP guests at WDW, ca. the 1980's.

Nametag worn by employees working at the Dolphin Hotel at Walt Disney World. This hotel is owned and operated by Starwood Hotels, who leases the hotel land site from Disney.	Nametag worn by employees working at the Dolphin Hotel at Walt Disney World. This hotel is owned and operated by by Tishman Hotels, who leases the hotel land site from Disney.

Nametag worn by employees working at the Swan and Dolphin Hotels at Walt Disney World.	Nametag worn by employees working at the Dolphin Hotel.

Nametag worn by employees working at the Ramada Hotel at Walt Disney World.	Nametag worn by employees working at the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel at Walt Disney World.

Nametag given to third-party lessees working at WDW. No official logo was included, as this is a courtesy nametag.	Nametag worn by employees working at the Celebrity Eyeworks Studio at the Downtown Disney District.

Nametag worn by cast members who worked in the VIP Lounge at the Horizons attraction at Epcot. GE sponsored Horizons from 1982-1993. Horizons closed permanently in 1999.	Nametag worn by cast members who worked in the VIP Lounge at the Horizons attraction at Epcot. GE sponsored Horizons from 1982-1993. Horizons closed permanently in 1999.

Nametag worn by cast members who worked in the VIP Lounge at the World of Motion attraction at Epcot. Horizons closed permanently in 1996 to make way for Test Track.	Nametag worn by cast members working at the Portobello Yacht Club restaurant at Downtown Disney.

Nametag worn by employees working at the Hilton Hotel at Walt Disney World, ca. 1988.	Nametag worn by employees working at the Hilton Hotel at Walt Disney World.

Nametag issued to cast members working at the opening of Innoventions at Epcot Center, ca. 1994.	Nametag worn by cast members working at the Pleasure Island resort at WDW.

Nametag worn by cast members at the Wide World of Sports resort at WDW.	Nametag worn by cast members at the Wide World of Sports resort at WDW.

Nametag worn at the Disney Institute, 1996-2002. The Disney Institute provided guests with educational activities and facilities. It was demolished in 2002 to make way for the opening of the Sarasota Springs Resort.	Nametag worn by cast members working in the Education Programs at Walt Disney World, ca. 1990.

Nametag worn by cast members and participants in the Disney University Professional Development Programs, the program created to train cast members and outside business leaders on the principles and methods of guest service in the Disney Corporation.	Nametag worn by cast members working at the Cirque do Soleil: La Nouba stage show at WDW.

Special gold-tone nametag used for VIP guests and other cast member events at WDW.	Nametag worn by employees working at the Wolfgang Puck Restaurant at the Downtown Disney District at WDW.

Nametag worn by cast members at the Disney Quest resort at WDW.	Another variation of the Disney Quest nametag. Border is solid gold; plastic is smooth and shiny.

Nametag worn by employees of the Guitar Gallery, a third-party vendor located in the Downtown Disney District of Walt Disney World. It closed permanently in 2005.	Nametag worn by employees of the Virgin Megastore, a third-party vendor located in the Downtown Disney District of Walt Disney World.

Nametag given to cast members who have been selected to receive the Spirit of Disney award, the highest honor the Disney Company gives for cast member dedication and excellence.	Nametag given to cast members who have been selected to receive the Spirit of Disney award, the highest honor the Disney Company gives for cast member dedication and excellence.

Nametag worn by Reedy Creek Emergency Services, the police, fire, and ambulance service at Walt Disney World.	Nametag worn by cast members working for Reedy Creek Improvement District, the organization developing and maintaining environmental projects on the Walt Disney World property; it also supplies water, electricity, and emergency services at WDW.

An alternate variety of nametag worn by cast members working for Reedy Creek Improvement District.	Nametag worn by cast members who were honored as the Cast Member of the Month at WDW.

Nametag worn by cast members working at the Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World.	Nametag worn by cast members working for Vista-United Telecommunications, a Disney-owned company created to provide telephone services at Walt Disney World. They worked in an unused room in the upper level of Cinderella Castle.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. This tag was issued in the late 1980's.	An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. This tag was issued in the late 1980's.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who speak multiple languages.	An example of nametags worn by cast members who speak multiple languages.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who speak multiple languages.	An example of nametags worn by cast members who speak multiple languages.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. This tag was issued in the late 1980's.	Nametag worn by cast members who are bilingual, ca. late 1970's - early 1990's.

Nametag worn by cast members who are bilingual, ca. late 1970's - early 1990's.	Nametag worn by cast members who are bilingual, ca. late 1970's - early 1990's.

Nametag worn by cast members who were honored as the Cast Member of the Month at WDW.	A nametag bearing the name of the Curator.

An example of nametags worn by newly hired cast members at Walt Disney World. This nametag was issued in 1996. This ribbon says "In Training", later changed to "Earning My Ears".	An example of nametags worn by newly hired cast members at Walt Disney World. This nametag was issued in 1996.

A nametag bearing the name of the Mouse, ca. 1996.	Nametag worn by cast members in 1996, in honor of the 25th anniversary of Walt Disney World.

Nametag given to cast members in 1996 who were part of the original opening team of WDW when it opened in 1971.	Nametag given to cast members in 1998 who were part of the original opening team of WDW when it opened in 1971.

Another variation of the "Ta-dum" Mickey nametag, from the 1980's and early 1990's.	We miss you, Walt.

Nametag worn by cast members working in the Radio Disneybroadcast booth at Walt Disney World.	Nametag worn by cast members working at the Wild Horse Saloon at Pleasure Island.

Nametag worn by cast members in 2000, for the Millenium celebration at WDW.	A nametag bearing the name of the Curator. A special gift from a friend of the Museum.

Nametag worn by cast members in 2000, for the Millenium celebration at WDW.	A nametag with the curator's name on it. Another example of the WDW Millennium celebration from 2000.

Nametag bearing the name of the Mouse. Issued for the Millennium Celebration in 2000.	An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual Issued for the Millennium Celebration in 2000.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. Issued for the Millennium Celebration in 2000.	An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. Issued for the Millennium Celebration in 2000.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. Issued for the Millennium Celebration in 2000.	An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. Issued for the Millennium Celebration in 2000.

Nametag worn by cast members in 2001, for the "100 Years of Magic" celebration at WDW, in honor of the birth and lifetime of Walt Disney.	Nametag worn by guests during special events at the "100 Years of Magic" celebration at WDW, 2001-2002.

Nametag worn by cast members at Victoria & Albert's, the 5-star restaurant at the WDW Grand Floridian hotel.	Nametag worn by cast members at Victoria & Albert's, the 5-star restaurant at the WDW Grand Floridian hotel.

Nametag worn by guests during special events at the "100 Years of Magic" celebration at WDW, 2001-2002.	An example of a malfunction of the machine used to engrave names into nametags.

An example of nametags worn by cast members at Walt Disney World who speak multiple languages.	An example of nametags worn by cast members at Walt Disney World who speak multiple languages.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. Issued for the 100 Years of Magic celebration, ca. 2001.	An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. Issued for the 100 Years of Magic celebration, ca. 2001.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. Issued for the 100 Years of Magic celebration, ca. 2001.	An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. Issued for the 100 Years of Magic celebration, ca. 2001.

Promotional nametag given to Disney Travel Agents, to promote the "100 Years of Magic" celebration at Walt Disney World, ca. 2001.	Nametag worn by cast members attending Disney Dimensions, a week-long executive training seminar at Walt Disney World.

Another variety of the "100 Years of Magic" nametag. The border is engraved, not painted. Also another example of engraving machine malfunction.	Nametag worn by cast members in 2001, for the "100 Years of Magic" celebration at WDW.

Nametag worn by cast members in 2001, for the "100 Years of Magic" celebration at WDW.	Another variety of the Magical Gatherings nametag. The border is painted on, not engraved into the nametag.

Nametag worn by cast members in 2003-2004, for the "Magical Gatherings" celebration at WDW. There is a Hidden Mickey on this nametag. Do you see it?	An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual Issued for the "Magical Gatherings" celebration, ca. 2003-2004.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual Issued for the "Magical Gatherings" celebration, ca. 2003-2004.	An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual Issued for the "Magical Gatherings" celebration, ca. 2003-2004

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual Issued for the "Magical Gatherings" celebration, ca. 2003-2004.	An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual Issued for the "Magical Gatherings" celebration, ca. 2003-2004.

An example of a malfunction of the machine used to engrave names into nametags.	An example of a malfunction of the machine used to engrave names into nametags.

Another nametag with the curator's name on it. Wworn by a student working in the WDW College Program.	Nametag worn by cast members working at the AMC Pleasure Island 24 Theatres Complex in the Downtown Disney District at WDW.

Nametag worn by cast members in 2005, for the "Happiest Celebration on Earth" at WDW. Honors 50 years of Disney themeparks, and the opening of Disneyland in 1955.	Another nametag with the curator's name on it. Issued in 2005 for the "Happiest Celebration on Earth" at Walt Disney World.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. This tag was issued for the 50th Anniversary celebration in 2005.	An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. This tag was issued for the 50th Anniversary celebration in 2005.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. This tag was issued for the 50th Anniversary celebration in 2005.	An example of nametags worn by cast members who are fluent in Spanish and American Sign Language.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. This tag was issued for the 50th Anniversary celebration in 2005.	An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual. This tag was issued for the 50th Anniversary celebration in 2005.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual.	An example of nametags worn by cast members working in the Cultural Representative Program at Walt Disney World.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual.	An example of nametags worn by cast members who are fluent in American Sign Language.

An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual.	An example of nametags worn by cast members who are bilingual.

An example of nametags worn by cast members participating in the College Program at WDW.	Nametag worn by cast members during the Year of a Million Dreams celebration in 2006-2009.


Nametag given to cast members and members of the press at the grand opening of Disney's Animal Kingdom in 1998.	Nametag given to cast members and members of the press at the grand opening of Disney's Animal Kingdom in 1998.

Nametag given to cast members and members of the press at the grand opening of Disney's Animal Kingdom in 1998.	Nametag given to special guests and members of the press at the grand opening of the Disney MGM Studios at Walt Disney World, on May 1, 1989.

Nametag given to cast members and members of the press at the Millenium Celebration at WDW, in late 1999.	Nametag given to cast members and members of the press at the Millenium Celebration at WDW, in late 1999.

Badge given to guests participating in the celebration of the 25th anniversary of WDW in 1996.	Badge given to guests participating in the celebration of the 25th anniversary of WDW in 1996.

Badge given to members of the press at the grand opening of Splash Mountain at Walt Disney World, October 1-4 1992.	Badge given to cast members and member of the press at the WDI preview of the events surrounding the "100 Years of Magic" Celebration at Walt Disney World in 2001.

Name badge given to cast members working at the new-hire career fair at WDW, on May 11, 2000.	Badge given to guests at the Downtown Disney West Side Gala, November 6, 1997.

Badge given to participants at the Millenium Dreamers event at WDW, in May 2000.	Badge given cast members working the opening of Disney Quest at WDW, in April 2001.

Badge given to guests participating in the Millennium Celebrations at WDW in 2000.	Badge given cast members working the opening of the Animal Kingdom Lodge at WDW, in April 2001.

Badge worn on costumes of cast members working the Muppet-vision 3D attraction.	Badge given to participants at the ESPN Fan Trip event at WDW, in May 2000.

Badge given cast members working the opening of the Test Track attraction at WDW, in March 1999.	Badge given cast members working the opening of the Test Track attraction at WDW, in March 1999.

Badge given to participants at the Rock'n Rockets fireworks event at WDW, ca. 1998.	Badge given to participants at the Lifetime TV Ultimate Timeout event at WDW, ca. 1998.

Badge given to participants at the ESPN Zone VIP event at WDW, ca. 1998.	Badge given to participants at the Celebration Of A Century event at WDW, in December 2001.

Badge given to participants at the premiere of the Cirque De Soleil La Nouba at WDW, ca. 1999.	Badge given to participants at the Live With Regis and Kelly event at WDW, ca. 1998.

Badge given to participants at the Wide World of Sports Marketing event at WDW, ca. 1997.	Badge given to participants at the WDW Marathon in January 1998.

Badge given to participants at the New Year's Eve Millenium event at WDW, in December 1999.	Badge given to participants at the opening of the BET Soundstage Club at WDW, in 1998.

Badge given to participants at the opening of the Rock'n Roller Coaster attraction WDW, in July 1999..	Badge given to members of the press for the return of the Main Street Electrical Parade to WDW, on May 27, 1999.


Guest of Honor nametag from Walt Disney World, ca. the 1980's - early 1990's.	Nametag used by cast members for testing Guest of Honor engraving equipment.

Guest of Honor nametag issued in 1996, for the 25th Anniversary of Walt Disney World.	Guest of Honor nametag issued at WDW in 1996. The year is representative of the year of the guest's first park visit.

Guest of Honor nametag from Walt Disney World, ca. 2000.	Guest of Honor nametag from Walt Disney World, ca. 2000.

Guest of Honor nametag from Walt Disney World, ca. 2000.	Guest of Honor nametag from Walt Disney World, ca. 2000.

Guest of Honor nametag, issued in 2005 for the "Happiest Celebration on Earth" at Walt Disney World.	Guest of Honor nametag from Walt Disney World in 2007.

Guest of Honor nametag, issued in 2005 for the "Happiest Celebration on Earth" at Walt Disney World.	Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.

Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.	Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.

Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.	Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.

Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.	Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.

Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.	Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.

Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.	Guest of Honor nametag issued in 2005 at Walt Disney World.

Nametag worn by guest and cast members during the Disney Days event in 2000.	Nametag worn by guest and cast members during the Disney Days event in 2001.

Guest of Honor nametag from Walt Disney World, ca. the 1980's - early 1990's.	Nametag issued at WDW, in celebration of the milestone of 100,000,000 guests at the park, in October 1979.

Nametag worn by guests at the Star Wars Weekends at WDW.	This nametag is coming soon. Check back later.