Q: I recently went to Disney Legend Bill Martin’s estate sale, and picked up a bronze plaque. It features Mickey Mouse, with the initials B.G., which I assume is Blaine Gibson. It says, “Thank You Bill” along the top, and “WED MAPO” along the bottom. Can you tell me anything about this plaque, and why it was given? Anything you could tell me would be appreciated!
Stefan, Pasadena, California
A: Without seeing a picture, I would assume that this is a plaque given to Bill on his retirement. He retired from WED Enterprises (now Walt Disney Imagineering) in 1977.
Dave Smith