On January 1st, 2024, the Disney film Steamboat Willie entered the public domain. While other versions of Mickey Mouse are still protected under copyright law, Disney characters remain a popular costume choice for children and adults! Check out the homecoming photo below featuring Findlay College students and their Disney-themed attire. We are unsure of the date, but the outfits provide some context. The Disney characters featured are Dumbo, Jiminy Cricket and Pinnochio, Dopey from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and Mickey Mouse. Their outfits also represent Delta Zeta, a sorority on campus at the time. How do these compare to the Disney costumes of today?
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Disney Homecoming Photograph, Delta Zeta (n.d.)
