Stave Church Gallery
Type
Exhibition
Best For
Adults
Set a course for the Stave Church Gallery at EPCOT, where you can explore how Norway’s rich culture and landscapes inspired Disney’s Frozen. Housed within a traditional-style wooden church, the exhibit offers a thoughtful look at the real-world influences behind the film, from folklore and architecture to costumes and daily life. Displays highlight the research trips undertaken by Disney’s creative team and how these experiences shaped the kingdom of Arendelle. It’s a calm, informative stop within the Norway Pavilion, ideal for those interested in the cultural roots behind the story as well as fans of the film.
- Everything is really weaved together with the traditional culture of Norway and made me appreciate both the movie and its home country better.
- A great place to get away from the crowds while learning something new.
- The Stave Church is a beautiful piece of architecture, and the handful of Viking displays inside are neat.
Tips & Facts
- Some artefacts date back more than 1,000 years.
- The huge wooden church is a replica of the traditional Stave Church in Gol in Western Norway, dating back to 1212; the original is one of very few surviving ancient wooden churches left in the world.
