Workshops

Take part in one of our Workshops, all of which focus on various aspects of Walt’s legacy, including animation, storytelling, and innovation. 

Thu, Oct 16 | 5–7pm

In this fun and hands-on session, learn how to make your drawings truly come to life and put your creativity in the spotlight! 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 creating a club badge pin of...

Sun, Oct 19 | 10:30am–12:30pm

As the Halloween season swiftly approaches, come join us at this spooky workshop where things may not appear as they seem! This Pop-Up will cover iconic Halloween specials and the efforts that went behind making some iconic were-creature moments in cinema. As you uncover the history of our beloved...

Thu, Nov 13 | 5–7pm

In this fun and hands-on session, learn how to make your drawings truly come to life and put your creativity in the spotlight! Join us in our Art Studio where you can enjoy evening cocktails and follow along as our Education staff guides you through drawing and painting to a curated playlist.

Sun, Nov 16 | 10:30am–12:30pm

The realm of mythical creatures has been a fascination to the human mind for centuries, and with the 85th anniversary of Walt Disney’s Fantasia (1940), it is a perfect time to figure out how to conjure such a creature! During this whimsical Pop-Up Studio, you will explore the history of this classic...

Sat, Nov 22 | 10:30am–noon

Calling all rescuers big and small! Take a journey with us to the vast Outback of Australia to celebrate the 35th anniversary of The Rescuers Down Under (1990). Our crew will provide a look into the film’s development, use of reference, and break down the key ingredients of translating real birds to...

Sat, Nov 22 | 1–2:30pm

Calling all rescuers big and small! Take a journey with us to the vast Outback of Australia to celebrate the 35th anniversary of The Rescuers Down Under (1990). Our crew will provide a look into the film’s development, use of reference, and break down the key ingredients of translating real birds to...

Sat, Dec 6 | 10:30am–noon PT

Who doesn’t want to be a cat? Come and jazz out with us in this special workshop celebrating the 55th anniversary of The Aristocats (1970). While learning about the history of the animated feature, we will also see how these fluffy felines have been illustrated over the years in television series...

Sat, Dec 6 | 1–2:30pm PT

Who doesn’t want to be a cat? Come and jazz out with us in this special workshop celebrating the 55th anniversary of The Aristocats (1970). While learning about the history of the animated feature, we will also see how these fluffy felines have been illustrated over the years in television series...

Sun, Dec 7 | 10:30am–12:30pm

There may be more than what meets the eye in this crafty workshop! In honor of the 20th anniversary of Walt Disney Pictures & Walden Media, LLC’s The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe (2005), we will look at concept art of the film and the original source material. Then...

Thu, Dec 11 | 5–7pm

In this fun and hands-on session, learn how to make your drawings truly come to life and put your creativity in the spotlight! 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 capturing dynamic cat...

Sat, Dec 13 | 10:30am–noon

Who doesn’t want to be a cat? Come and jazz out with us in this special workshop celebrating the 55th anniversary of The Aristocats (1970). While learning about the history of the animated feature, we will also see how these fluffy felines have been illustrated over the years in television series...

Sat, Dec 13 | 1–2:30pm

Who doesn’t want to be a cat? Come and jazz out with us in this special workshop celebrating the 55th anniversary of The Aristocats (1970). While learning about the history of the animated feature, we will also see how these fluffy felines have been illustrated over the years in television series...

Thu–Sun, Dec 18–21
Sat–Sun, Dec 27–28
10am–noon

The Art Playground is for families with children ages 3 to 6. In our Learning Center, we will be embracing the Winter season and teaching simple art techniques. Children can use their imagination and new skills to create their festively themed items. Our Education staff will be present to support...

Thu–Sun, Dec 18–21
Sat–Sun, Dec 27–28
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.