Explore never-before-seen, original artwork from all Walt Disney Studios' animated features beginning with Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937) to The Fox and the Hound (1981).
Features the artistic self-expression of young men in Bay Area juvenile detention centers, this is the third in a series of Community Access Exhibitions inspired by the vision of Diane Disney Miller.
The Walt Disney Family Museum is excited to announce the return of Home for the Holidays at Carolwood, an immersive seasonal installation celebrating Walt’s family as well as his love of trains.
On Tuesday, December 4, join curator Michael Campbell for a special fundraising event, celebrating The Napa Valley Museum Yountville’s presentation of...
Walt Disney always encouraged his animators to remain students and to continually learn and improve their craft with every project. Bring your artwork and join us for this informative workshop about how to build a well-rounded portfolio or demo-reel, and cater them to the job or internship you want.
On Wednesday, December 5, The Walt Disney Family Museum will offer FREE admission in honor of Walt’s birthday. To commemorate this special occasion, we will host a number of exciting activities throughout the day that highlight Walt’s life, work, and legacy. Happy Birthday, Walt!
Make Mine Music has the familiar spirit of Fantasia (1940) with the film’s narrative driven by popular music. Enjoy ten compiled Disney shorts that share stories of American folklore, timeless tales from around the globe, and by pure imagination.
Nov | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun: 3pm No screenings on Mon, Nov, 5; Wed–Fri, Nov 7–9; Sun, Nov 11; Thu, Nov 29
This special documentary chronicles the lifelong friendship and working partnership of Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston, two of the Nine Old Men. Directed by Ted Thomas (Frank’s son), viewers get an inside look at the men behind some of Disney’s most beloved animated characters.
Dec | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun: 3pm No screenings on Mon, Dec 24 & Mon, Dec 31
Walt Disney’s Nine Old Men were some of the most talented artists at The Walt Disney Studios during Walt’s lifetime. However, their unique genius was...
Walt landed his first major contract, opened a new studio, and fell in love with an inker. A sudden turn of events would spark the idea for Mickey Mouse.
Walt Disney’s Melody Time celebrates its 70th anniversary this year. Released in May of 1948, it was one of the last of the so-called package features, which took precedent from Fantasia (1940) by...
A 1932 article in McCall’s magazine reported that painted on one door in red and gold is a shield bearing Mickey’s coat of arms. The mystic words “Ickmay Ousmay” are inscribed on this heraldic emblem...
Veteran Disney producer and Walt Disney Family Museum Advisory Board member Don Hahn has recently completed work as Curator of our newest special exhibition, Walt Disney’s Nine Old Men: Masters of Animation.
