Take part in one of our workshops, all of which focus on various aspects of Walt’s legacy, including animation, storytelling, and innovation.
Sat, Aug 16 | 10:30am–noon PST
“Can you paint with all the colors of the wind?” Meet us “just around the riverbend” as we honor the 30th anniversary of Disney’s Pocahontas (1995)! We will look behind the scenes of the film and observe how hair within the world of animation can become a lively character of its own. Then, with our...
Sat, Aug 16 | 1–2:30pm PST
“Can you paint with all the colors of the wind?” Meet us “just around the riverbend” as we honor the 30th anniversary of Disney’s Pocahontas (1995)! We will look behind the scenes of the film and observe how hair within the world of animation can become a lively character of its own. Then, with our...
Sat, Aug 23 | 10:30am–noon
“Can you paint with all the colors of the wind?” Meet us “just around the riverbend” as we honor the 30th anniversary of Disney’s Pocahontas (1995)! We will look behind the scenes of the film and observe how hair within the world of animation can become a lively character of its own. Then, with our...
Sat, Aug 23 | 1–2:30pm
“Can you paint with all the colors of the wind?” Meet us “just around the riverbend” as we honor the 30th anniversary of Disney’s Pocahontas (1995)! We will look behind the scenes of the film and observe how hair within the world of animation can become a lively character of its own. Then, with our...
Sun, Aug 24 | 10:30am–12:30pm
Castles across the globe are significant not just for their rich history, but for their artistic design. In celebration of the 70th anniversary of Disneyland Park (1955), this Pop-Up Studio will discuss the origins of the iconic Sleeping Beauty Castle, the use of reference material, and important...
Thu, Aug 28 | 5–7pm
Join us in our Art Studio where you can enjoy evening cocktails and follow along as our Education staff teaches you step-by-step instructions on how to paint a whimsical castle.
Sat, Aug 30 | 10:30am–noon
Enchanted castles have become a staple in fantastical tales. Who wouldn’t want their own structure to command at their own whim? Take a leap with us in this Studio Series to commemorate magical castles throughout cinema history. From Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (1991) to Frozen (2013), we will...
Sat, Aug 30 | 1–2:30pm
Enchanted castles have become a staple in fantastical tales. Who wouldn’t want their own structure to command at their own whim? Take a leap with us in this Studio Series to commemorate magical castles throughout cinema history. From Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (1991) to Frozen (2013), we will...
Sat, Sep 6 | 10:30am–noon PST
“Oh, Pluto!” This sweet pup has been a loyal companion to Mickey Mouse since 1930. Don your party hats and join us as we celebrate Pluto’s 95th anniversary! This workshop will highlight Pluto’s origins and the ways animators have used art techniques to display specific personality traits within dogs...
Sat, Sep 6 | 1–2:30pm PST
“Oh, Pluto!” This sweet pup has been a loyal companion to Mickey Mouse since 1930. Don your party hats and join us as we celebrate Pluto’s 95th anniversary! This workshop will highlight Pluto’s origins and the ways animators have used art techniques to display specific personality traits within dogs...
Sat, Sep 13 | 10:30am–noon
“Oh, Pluto!” This sweet pup has been a loyal companion to Mickey Mouse since 1930. Don your party hats and join us as we celebrate Pluto’s 95th anniversary! This workshop will highlight Pluto’s origins and the ways animators have used art techniques to display specific personality traits within dogs...
Sat, Sep 13 | 1–2:30pm
“Oh, Pluto!” This sweet pup has been a loyal companion to Mickey Mouse since 1930. Don your party hats and join us as we celebrate Pluto’s 95th anniversary! This workshop will highlight Pluto’s origins and the ways animators have used art techniques to display specific personality traits within dogs...
Thu, Sep 18 | 5–7pm
Join us in our Art Studio where you can enjoy evening cocktails and follow along as our Education staff teaches you step-by-step instructions on drawing a fun and loyal pet companion.
Sat, Sep 20 | 10:30am–noon
Follow the butterflies’ migration this Fall and their presence within the world of animation! This special workshop will take a whimsical behind-the-scenes look of how tiny (yet mighty) creatures like butterflies have fluttered in different animated pieces from Walt Disney’s Bambi (1942) to Disney’s...
Sat, Sep 20 | 1–2:30pm
Follow the butterflies’ migration this Fall and their presence within the world of animation! This special workshop will take a whimsical behind-the-scenes look of how tiny (yet mighty) creatures like butterflies have fluttered in different animated pieces from Walt Disney’s Bambi (1942) to Disney’s...
Sun, Sep 21 | 10:30am–12:30pm
Hooray! It’s Pluto’s 95th anniversary! Come celebrate with us as we explore the character design and development of one of our favorite furry friends, then get your paws dirty with some good old-fashioned clay. Using shape language and a few fundamental sculpting techniques, you will leave with the...
Sat & Sun, Sep 27 & Sep 28 | 10am–noon
The Art Playground is for families with children ages 3–6. In our Learning Center, we will be embracing the fall season and teach simple art techniques. Children can use their imagination and new skills to create their own autumnal and Halloween items. Our Education staff will be present to support...
Sat & Sun, Sep 27 & Sep 28 | 1–3pm
The Artist Studio is geared toward adult and children ages 7 and up. Exploring the world of animation, guests can step into our Learning Center to discover aspects of stop-motion and specific film techniques. Our Education staff will be present to support, encourage, and inspire students to grab...
Schedule is subject to change. For the most current schedule of events, please visit our calendar.
Accessibility
Guests of The Walt Disney Family Museum can request American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters on-demand for our Talks, Workshops, School Experiences, Tours, and Storytimes. If you would like to request an ASL interpreter, please fill out the form linked below. Please note: Interpreter availability is not guaranteed and requests must be submitted at least two weeks in advance.
The museum is proud to partner with Bay Area Communication Access (BACA) for our ASL interpreter needs. For more information on their services, please visit BACA's website.
Additionally, in our Classes and Workshops, we also provide a wide and diverse range of visual and sensory accommodations, including (but not limited to) physical items to visual/written instructions.
For more information on our Accessibility offerings, please visit our Accessibility page by clicking the link below.