With Bay Area families now actively planning their Summer activities, many are looking for experiences that are not only fun, but also educational, accessible, and engaging for all ages.
Located in the Presidio of San Francisco, The Walt Disney Family Museum offers a range of creative activities year-round that go far beyond a traditional museum visit. Families can experience Walt Disney’s story through a growing lineup of programs designed to spark curiosity, conversation, and imagination.
In-Gallery Experiences
- Available this Summer, try our new hands-on gallery activities and watch your drawings come to life on a zoetrope, make a flipbook, learn how to design your own characters, and experiment with a multiplane camera set-up that creates the illusion of three-dimensional depth to a short piece of animation
- Free Treasure Trivia for all ages transform a museum visit into a quest to find our most special artifacts and discover hidden details about Walt’s story
- A scavenger hunt, multi-language audio guide, and other accessibility features offer an additional interactive layer via the museum’s mobile app
- In-gallery touch stations inspire exploration and immersive learning
- Rotating worksheets and coloring sheets tied to special exhibitions—plus free downloadable versions for at-home creativity
Classes and Workshops
- Designed for grades 3 through 12, with adult sessions also available, weekend and Summer classes offer instruction in animation and illustration
- Themed art and animation workshops give artists of all skill levels, including adults, the opportunity to develop their talents
Public Programs and Events
- Talks offer insights from industry experts including filmmakers, animators, Imagineers, and historians—great for older kids, students, and parents
- Community days hosted with partner organizations focus on making art and animation fun and accessible for all
For students looking to explore their passion for animation and storytelling, museum member discounts and scholarships are available for our Summer Classes.
Many of these offerings are free with admission or available virtually, making The Walt Disney Family Museum an easy and accessible option for families seeking creative ways to spend time together.
Stay up-to-date on what’s happening at The Walt Disney Family Museum by visiting waltdisney.org/calendar.