President George W. Bush’s ‘Portraits of Courage’ Exhibit Now Open at EPCOT

“Portraits of Courage”, an exhibit featuring oil paintings by President George W. Bush, is now open at The American Adventure in EPCOT.

‘Portraits of Courage’ Exhibit Photos

An art exhibit wall at EPCOT features a large framed sign titled "Portraits of Courage," flanked by two portrait paintings on either side. The room, reminiscent of President George W. Bush's gallery, has white paneled walls and ornate light fixtures.

“Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief’s Tribute to America’s Warriors” presented by the George W. Bush Institute has opened two days ahead of schedule at The American Adventure in EPCOT.

Three portraits in a gallery display: a man in a striped cap (top left), a smiling man (bottom left), and a man with a prosthetic leg golfing (right). Painted frames, neutral wall background. These inspiring "Portraits of Courage" remind visitors of the heroes often celebrated at EPCOT.

The tribute displays over 60 oil paintings of service members and veterans who have served since 9/11. The exhibit is on display in the rotunda of the American Adventure, rather than the American Heritage Gallery. The gallery closed in May, and previously hosted “Creating Tradition: Innovation and Change in American Indian Art.”

Three framed paintings hung on a wall: the left depicts a man in a white shirt, the middle shows an adult and child, and the right features a portrait of George W. Bush from his series "Portraits of Courage," highlighting his thoughtful expressions.

Every painting is of a service member or veteran who President Bush has gotten to know personally following his time in office.

A room with red carpet features framed portraits on the beige walls. The artwork, including pieces from "Portraits of Courage" by President George W. Bush, showcases various individuals. There are doors on the left and right sides of the room, reminiscent of an exhibit at EPCOT.

President Bush wrote a story about every person depicted in his paintings to give each painting even more of a personal touch. These stories are on display for guests to read.

A label next to a framed artwork reads: "Sergeant Justin Bond, U.S. Army, 1996-1997 and 2002-2005. Oil on stretched canvas, 24" x 36". Part of the Portraits of Courage series by President George W. Bush.

Each portrait features a placard listing the veteran’s name, rank, and years of service.

A framed painting of a man in a yellow shirt and dark blazer, using crutches. This portrait, part of the "Portraits of Courage" series by President George W. Bush, is displayed on a beige wall next to another painting.

This painting depicts veteran Justin Bond on crutches.

A display titled "Letters to the President," highlighting the Bush Institute's support for military veterans' transition to civilian life since 2013, featuring gratitude notes and ongoing efforts, including pieces from President George W. Bush's "Portraits of Courage" series.

The exhibit also includes “Letters to the President”, a display featuring personal letters from veterans who served as the inspiration for some of the paintings.

A display of letters addressed to President Bush, with one handwritten letter visible alongside a photo of a man and a woman. Typed letters and documents are also part of the exhibition, reminiscent of the heartfelt tributes found in George W. Bush's "Portraits of Courage.

Some of the letters contained photographs that would inspire President Bush’s artwork.

Three framed portrait paintings hung on a wall, with the central painting depicting two people dancing. The left and right paintings show individual faces, reminiscent of those in President George W. Bush's "Portraits of Courage." The background features ornate wall designs like those found in EPCOT.

The painting above depicts President Bush’s artistic vision of the photograph of him and Melissa Stockwell dancing.

A display at EPCOT showcases "Portraits of Courage" by President George W. Bush, alongside various letters and photographs, including signed documents and handwritten notes, all enclosed in a glass case.

A book containing the paintings and stories of the veterans who inspired them is also on display.

A framed sign reads "Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief's Tribute to America's Warriors by President George W. Bush" with a small American flag above the text, reminiscent of the patriotic exhibits found at EPCOT.

The exhibit also includes information and resources created to support post-9/11 veterans and their families, such as Check-In, which gives veterans and their families access to no-cost, high-quality, mental and brain health care.

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