The Walt Disney Studios was founded on October 16, 1923.
It has since expanded to cover myriad divisions and subsidiaries.  
Walt Disney Imagineering was formed by Walt Disney on December 16, 1952
as WED Enterprises to develop plans for a theme park and to manage Disney's personal assets.
It  is now the research and development arm of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts.

Nametag worn by employees working for MAPO, the Manufacturing And Production Organization.  This division developed audio-animatronics and other technology, ca. 1965.	Nametag worn by Imagineers working for WED Enterprises, the design and development division  of the Walt Disney Company, ca. 1966.
Nametag used at WDI in the late 1990's.	Nametag used at WDI in the early 1980's.
Nametag worn by Imagineers working on the Disney Activities Team, a group in charge of cast member activities, such as parties, movies, etc.	Nametag worn by Imagineers working on the Disney Advisory Board, a group in charge of of cast member internal relations and affairs.
Nametag worn by Imagineers working at the Disney Design Studio, the WDI satellite offices at Disneyland, ca. 1990.	Nametag worn by Imagineers working at the Disney Design Studio, the WDI satellite offices at Disneyland, ca. 1995.
Nametag worn by Imagineers working at the Disney Design Studio, the WDI satellite offices at Disneyland, ca. 1996.	Nametag worn by artists who created pieces for the Walt Disney Art Classics merchandise line.
Nametag worn by cast members working at the Walt Disney Studios, ca. the early 1980's.	Nametag worn by cast members working at the Walt Disney Studios, ca. the early 1980's.
Nametag worn by at the Walt Disney Studios by employees  who had  received a service pin, in the mid 1980's.	Nametag worn by at the Walt Disney Studios by employees  who had  received a service pin, in the mid 1990's.
Nametag worn by cast members working at the Walt Disney Studios, ca. the late 1990's.	Nametag worn by cast members at the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California, ca. the late 1980's.
Nametag worn by cast members at the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California, ca. the late 1990's.	Nametag worn by cast members at the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California, ca. 2009.
Nametag issued for Imagineers working on the new Disney's California Adventure resort, ca. 1999-2000.	Nametag worn by Imagineers during the  Millenium Celebrations, ca. 1999-2000.
Worn by cast members working for the Disney Development Company, which was responsible for locating and developing land for Disney theme parks, and other WDW special projects. . The DDC was incorporated into Walt Disney Imagineering in 1995.	Worn by cast members working for the Disney Development Company, ca. the early 1980's.
Nametag made for a DDC event in the summer of 1990.	Nametag made for a DDC event in the summer of 1990.
Nametag worn by Disney Development Company cast members during the creation of the city of Celebration, Florida The city was owned and managed by the Disney Company.	Nametag worn by cast members working  at city hall  of Celebration, Florida .
Nametag worn by Imagineers working in the Walt Disney Attractions Show Quality division.	Nametag worn by Imagineers working for the Creative Entertainment division of WDI.  This group develops firework presentations, parades, and other large-scale shows at the various Disney resorts worldwide.
Nametag worn by Imagineers attending the Imagineeringland event in 1998, the WDI open house for cast and their families.	Nametag worn by Imagineers attending the Imagineeringland event in 1997, the WDI open house for cast and their families.
Nametag worn by Imagineers in 1996, in honor  of the 25th anniversary of Walt Disney World.	Nametag worn by Imagineers and cast members attending the  Disney Distinguished Service Awards banquets, ca. 1990.
Nametag worn by the Studios chapter of the Golden 'Ears Club, an organization for cast members who have retired  from working for the Walt Disney Company.	Nametag worn by the Studios chapter of the Golden 'Ears Club, an organization for cast members who have retired  from working for the Walt Disney Company.
Nametag issued to visitors to the WDI headquarters building in Glendale, ca. the early 1990's.	Nametag issued to visitors at the Walt Disney Studios headquarters building in Burbank, ca. the early 1990's.
An experimental prototype nametag of tomorrow, ca. 1990.	Nametag worn by Imagineers who were planning the proposed Disney's America theme park, in the early 1990's.  The park was planned for Virginia, but was canceled to to intense opposition from local historical and environmental protection groups.
Nametag worn by Imagineerswho were  designing the Euro Disney project, ca. 1990.	Nametag worn by cast members participating in press conferences at the Walt Disney Studios, ca. 1987.
Nametag given to cast members working on research  and development projects at WDI, ca the early 1980's.	Nametag given to cast members working on research and development projects at WDI, ca the early 1980's.
Nametag given to cast members working at the Disney Channel studios, ca. the mid 1980's.	Nametag given to cast members working at the Disney Channel studios, ca. the mid 1980's.
Nametag given to cast members working at the Disney Channel studios, ca. the mid 1980's.	Nametag given to cast members working at the Disney Channel studios, ca. the mid 1980's.
Nametag worn by production staff at the Disney Channel	Nametag given to cast members working at the Disney Channel studios.
.Nametag worn by recipients of the DisneyHand Teacher Awards.	Nametag worn by production staff at the Disney Channel working on the American Teacher Awards broadcast, ca. 1990.
Nametag worn by Imagineers in 2012.   The "class" indicated the year they started working at Disney.	Nametag worn by people selected as Honorary Imagineers, such as winners of the annual Imaginations design contests.
Nametag worn by staff working for the Disney English program, teaching English in The People's Republic of China.	Nametag worn by Imagineers working in the Theme Park Productions divison of the Walt Disney Company.  This group developed motion pictures for use at Disney theme park attractions, such as Captain EO and Star Tours, ca 1985.
Nametag worn by cast members at Walt Disney Feature Animation at the Disney-MGM Studios  at Walt Disney World, 1989-2003.	Nametag worn by cast members at  Walt Disney Feature Animation, ca. the late 1990's.  Made to resemble the new building built for WDFA.
Nametag worn by cast members working for the Mighty Ducks hockey team, in Anaheim, ca. the late 1990's. The team is part of the National Hockey League and was founded in 1993.	Nametag worn by cast members working for the Mighty Ducks FanFair appreciation events in the late 1990's.
Nametag worn by cast members working at Edison Field in Anaheim, CA.  The Walt Disney Company became the owner of the Anaheim Angels baseball team in 1998, but in 2003 sold it to business magnate Arturo Moreno.	Nametag worn by Imagineers working at WDI Fountain Group.
Nametag worn by cast members working in Corporate Synergy & Special Projects, a division that develops awareness between all the various business divisions of the Walt Disney Company.	Nametag worn by cast members working at Disney's Muscial Discovery Adventure, a nationwide mall tour staged to promote the release of "Hunchback of Notre Dame" in 1996.
Nametag worn by cast members at the Disney Studios in honor  of the 60th anniversary of the creation of Mickey Mouse in 1988.	Nametag worn by VIP guests at the Disney Studios in honor  of the 60th anniversary of the creation of Mickey Mouse in 1988.
Nametag worn by cast members at the Disney Studios promoting  the 60th anniversary of the creation of Mickey Mouse in 1988.	Nametag worn by cast members at the Disney Studios promoting  the 60th anniversary of the creation of Mickey Mouse in 1988.
Nametag given to persons selected to be a Disney Legend, the program that recognizes men and women who have made an  integral contribution to The Walt Disney Company.	Nametag worn by cast members working for the Carolwood Pacific Historical Society, the organization dedicated to preserving the personal railroad legacy of Walt Disney.
Nametag worn by cast members working for Walt Disney Special Events Group.   This division creates special stage events, movie premieres, and other promotional activities.	Nametag worn by cast members attending special workshops and seminars focusing on the environment and conservation, ca 1990.
Nametag worn by cast members at the El Capitan Theater, a fully restored movie palace at 6838 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood.	Nametag worn by cast members at the reopening of  Disney's New Amsterdam Theatre on 42nd Street in New York City.
Nametag worn by cast members working at the Broadway Beauty and the Beast stage production, ca. the late 1990's.	Nametag worn by cast members working at the Broadway Lion King stage production, which opened in 1997.
Nametag worn by cast members working for WCO Port Properties, the Disney-owned company responsible for managing the lease on the Queen Mary cruise ship and Spruce Goose airplane exhibits in Long Beach, CA, ca. 1989.	Nametag worn by cast members working at Club 39, a special event promoting Disney's lease on the Queen Mary cruise ship and Spruce Goose  airplane exhibits in Long Beach, CA, ca. 1990.
Nametag worn by cast members working at Voyage To 1939,  a special year-long event promoting Disney's lease on the Queen Mary cruise ship and Spruce Goose  airplane exhibits in Long Beach, California, ca. 1990.	Nametag worn by cast members working at Voyage To 1939,  a special year-long event promoting Disney's lease on the Queen Mary cruise ship and Spruce Goose  airplane exhibits in Long Beach, California, ca. 1990.
Nametag issued in 1992 to Imagineers  in honor of the 40th anniversary of the founding of WDI.	Nametag issued in 2002 to Imagineers  in honor of the 50th anniversary of the founding of WDI.
Nametag worn by Imagineers during the  100 Years of Magic celebrations, ca. 2001-2002.	Nametag issued in 2005 to Imagineers in  honor of the 50th anniversary of the Disneyland Resort.
Nametag worn by employees of Times Square Studios, Ltd.  It is a Disney-owned company that produces Good Morning America for the ABC Network in New York City.	Nametag worn by employees at Disney's Prospect Studios in Los Angeles, CA.  The studios were founded in 1915 and became part of Disney in 1996. For many years it was the main production facility for shows created for the ABC Television Network.
Nametag worn by cast members working at the Walt Disney Studios Information Technology division of the Walt Disney Company.  This division develops computer technology and projects for the various Disney parks and resorts.	Nametag worn by cast members working at the Walt Disney Studios Information Technology division of the Walt Disney Company.  This division develops computer technology and projects for the various Disney parks and resorts.
Nametag worn byImagineers from 2006-2009.	Nametag worn by cast members at the Walt Disney Studios for a special Christmas event, ca. 2003.
Nametag worn by staff working at the Disney Accelerator program.  1209 Grand Central is its address.	Nametag worn by cast members attending planning meetings for the Theme Parks and Resorts divison of the Disney Company.
Nametag worn by Imagineers ca. 2013.	Nametag worn by Imagineers ca. 2015.
A Guest of Honor nametag that I have no idea where it's from. Anyone know? Ed Ovalle, what say ye and the Archives?	Nametag worn by guests attending the Disney RAVE: Diversity Appreciation Luncheons, ca. 1986.
Nametag worn by cast members working at Disney's Aulani Hotel and Spa resort in Ko Olina, Hawaii.	Nametag worn by cast members working at Disney's Aulani Hotel and Spa resort in Ko Olina, Hawaii.
Nametag made for a special Halloween event at the Walt Disney Studios in 2014.	Nametag worn by cast members working for Smart City Telecom. This company provided telephone and Internet services for guests at WDW and for the city of Celebration, Florida,.
Nametag worn by cast members attending the Walt Disney Company Risk Management Worldwide Conference in 1998.	Nametag worn by cast members working at Walt Disney World Seminar Productions, ca. 1988.
Nametag worn by cast members and guests attending the Disney Approach Business and Management Seminars.	Nametag worn by Imagineers working at the Walt Disney Travel Company.

 

Walt Disney Imagineering Special Event Badges

Badge given to visitors at the WDI headquarters building.	Badge given to visitors to the new Alien Encounter attraction  at Walt Disney World, in January 1995.
Badge given to visitors to the new Rock'n Roller  Coaster attraction at Walt Disney World, in June 1999.	Badge given to visitors to the new Expedition Everest attraction at Walt Disney World, in January 2006.
Badge given to visitors to the new Mickey's Philharmagic attraction at Walt Disney World, in September 2003.	Badge given to visitors to the new Soarin'  attraction at Walt Disney World, in April 2005.
Badge given to visitors to the new Stitch's Great Escaoe  attraction at Walt Disney World, in October 2004.	Badge given to visitors to the new Test Track  attraction at Walt Disney World, in December 1998.