A new construction permit has been filed for The Frontier Trading Post in Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom.
The permit is notable in that it is assigned to MLC Theming Inc., a Disney partner who has previously worked on numerous projects around Walt Disney World. MLC Theming specializes in rockwork, facades, and scenic painting. The permit carries a June 30, 2025 expiration date, slightly longer than the default 12 months. (Thanks to danlb_2000 on the WDWMAGIC Forums for identifying the permit)
The Frontier Trading Post currently sells a variety of souvenirs, including collectible pins, phone cases, magnets, and snacks. There is no word yet on whether the store will close during the work.
While we don't know what work is being done at The Frontier Trading Post, this permit comes amid several changes to Frontierland. The Frontierland Shootin' Arcade is to be converted into a Disney Vacation Club lounge, Grizzly Hall will soon debut a new version of Country Bear Musical Jamboree, and speculation continues to surround the future of Pecos Bill Cafe, which has long been rumored to take on a Princess and the Frog overlay following the opening of Tiana's Bayou Adventure.
Disney furthered speculation about Frontierland when it recently said in a post on its official blog, "Hold your horses, we're not done yet. We have a lot of growth and investment planned for our theme parks in the coming years and look forward to sharing more announcements about Frontierland … so y'all come back now, ya hear?"
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