Disneyland Railroad > The Lilly Belle - Presidential Car
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Lilly Belle - Main Street Station
The Lilly Belle leaves the Main Street Station for another trip around Disneyland.
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Lilly Belle - Main Street Station
Coupled to the E.P. Ripley, the Lilly Belle rests above an inscribed plaque, as guests board for a ride on the Disneyland Railroad.
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Lilly Belle - Observation Coach #106
Gold letters and green accents accent the Lilly Belle's bright burgundy paint. Green wooden trim also frames the Lilly Belle's name, which is displayed on both sides of the railcar.
Note: Before its transformation into the Lilly Belle, The Santa Fe & Disneyland Limited - Observation Car #106 was named the Grand Canyon.
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Lilly Belle - Nameplate
A view of the Lilly Belle nameplate affixed to the coach's door.
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Lilly Belle Presidential Coach - Interior
The Lilly Belle's lush interior showcases a Victorian style, accented with personal photos and touches inspired by Lillian Disney.
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Lilly Belle Carpet
During the interior's design process, the carpet was placed first, then the furniture and accents were made to match.
Note: The burgundy & plum color scheme is also used in the Disney's private apartment above the firehouse.
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Lilly Belle Carpet - Hidden Mickey
The conductor kindly pointed out a Hidden Mickey within the Lilly Belle's intricate carpet pattern.
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Liberty Belle - Rear Door
The doorway to the Lilly Belle's rear platform. To the left of the door is a black & white photograph of Walt & Lillian Disney.
Note: In the distant background, a Disneyland Railroad Conductor can be seen checking the tracks and tunnel.
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Walt & Lillian Disney
A black & white photograph of Lillian & Walt Disney adds to the Lilly Belle's ambiance.
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Lilly Belle Interior -Books
An Audubon Bird Guide, a book of Illustrations & H.G. Wells' The Time Machine are part of the Lilly Belle decor.
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Lilly Belle Victorian Table
A long table is decorated with Victorian-era antique glass, a vase with faux flowers and a pair of wall sconces.
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Lilly Belle Interior - Wood Panels
An intricate design is found in the wood paneling overhead. Above the woodwork are colorful stained glass panels.
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Lilly Belle - Victorian Decor
A pair of intricate antiques and a wonderful set of burgundy glass, sit atop a marble table inside the Lilly Belle.
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Lilly Belle - Victorian Decor
A burgundy decanter and glasses occupy one of the marble topped tables.
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Lilly Belle - Antique Wall Sconce
The Lilly Belle interior is illuminated by antique brass wall sconces.
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Lilly Belle Interior - Light Fixtures
Brass ceiling fixtures are also used to light the interior.
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Lilly Belle - Victorian Decor
An odd, but interesting wooden piece can be found toward the rear of the coach.