Dollywood Parks & Resorts, the theme park created by Dolly Parton in 1986, will be expanded to include “several new experiences” currently in development to honor the life and legacy of its founder in the wake of her death at the age of 80. Its goal is to “celebrate this important part of Dolly’s work and to inspire the next generation,” according to a release from Dollywood. Through stories and interactive experiences, the Dream Maker will encourage guests to dream big, believe in themselves and lift others up through courage and kindness.
Guests visiting Dollywood will have an opportunity to leave behind kind words of their own through special kiosks located throughout Wildwood Grove. They will be encouraged to share notes and memories about how Parton influenced and inspired them. Her life and legacy will continue to be spotlighted in the Dolly Parton Experience, a pre-existing exhibit that will receive a new entrance in her honor.
In the coming months, the Sevierville Chamber of Commerce will unveil “In Dolly’s Footsteps,” a walking tour that visits locations throughout the area that were important to Parton in her youth. Trending Stories Sean Ono Lennon Confirms Birth of Baby Boy, John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s First Grandchild Alanis Morissette Sues Former Tour Manager, Alleges ‘Extortionate’ Threat Over Airport Drugs Jonathan Bailey Drops Out of West End Musical After Ariana Grande’s Departure ‘Below Deck’ Star Nathan Gallagher Breaks Silence on Domestic Violence Arrest: ‘I Made Mistakes’ A standing memorial has been housed at the welcome plaza at Dollywood since Parton died on Aug. 25 following a brief battle with cancer. Her extraordinary vision will continue to shape the park for generations to come.”
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