How will you ever get to the ball this evening? Take a pumpkin, of course! Join us as we board a gourd and honor the 75th anniversary of Walt Disney’s Cinderella (1950). We will explore how this breathtaking film was made and the history behind the timeless fairytale. Then, with a wave of our...
How will you ever get to the ball this evening? Take a pumpkin, of course! Join us as we board a gourd and honor the 75th anniversary of Walt Disney’s Cinderella (1950). We will explore how this breathtaking film was made and the history behind the timeless fairytale. Then, with a wave of our...
There will be no strings holding us down at this Studio Series! The story of Pinocchio and his journey from puppet to real live boy has touched hearts of people of all ages. Join us as we celebrate the 85th anniversary of Walt Disney’s Pinocchio (1940). As we discuss the history of the iconic figure...
“How curious”—and it will only get curiouser in this Studio Series! Pull up a chair and pour some tea with us to honor the 15th anniversary of Disney’s live-action film, Alice in Wonderland (2010). We will fall far down the rabbit hole as we learn the history of Alice and Walt’s connection to Lewis...
“How curious”—and it will only get curiouser in this Studio Series! Pull up a chair and pour some tea with us to honor the 15th anniversary of Disney’s live-action film, Alice in Wonderland (2010). We will fall far down the rabbit hole as we learn the history of Alice and Walt’s connection to Lewis...
“How curious”—and it will only get curiouser in this Studio Series! Pull up a chair and pour some tea with us to honor the 15th anniversary of Disney’s live-action film, Alice in Wonderland (2010). We will fall far down the rabbit hole as we learn the history of Alice and Walt’s connection to Lewis...
“How curious”—and it will only get curiouser in this Studio Series! Pull up a chair and pour some tea with us to honor the 15th anniversary of Disney’s live-action film, Alice in Wonderland (2010). We will fall far down the rabbit hole as we learn the history of Alice and Walt’s connection to Lewis...
Prepare yourself, traveler, as we go back to a time when magic existed. From fairytale classics such Walt Disney’s The Sword in the Stone (1963) to Disney and Pixar’s Onward (2020), enchanted tools such as wands and staffs have become a staple in fable lore. This Studio Series workshop will whisk...
The Museum Store offers an abundance of Disney-themed gifts, apparel, books, postcards, exclusive pins, and more. Be sure to stop by during your visit as our selection of items is constantly changing to correlate with the special exhibitions and programs that occur at the museum.
The museum is open Thu–Sun, 10am-5:30pm (last entry at 4:30pm). For other ways to shop—online or by phone—visit waltdisney.org/store.
In honor of the opening of our latest special exhibition, Directing at Disney, exhibition co-curator and animation historian Don Peri shared his thoughts about his friendship and collaboration with to museum co-founder and daughter of Walt Disney, Diane Disney Miller.
Studio Series workshops are 90-minute sessions that explore animation principles and techniques.
“Avast ye! A monstrous creature has turned the tides!” The ocean is a vast expanse, filled with both wonder and speculation of what lies beneath the deep waves. Prepare the radar and get ready to...
On view December 2024–January 2025.
To celebrate the release of our new book, Walt Disney Treasures: Personal Art and Artifacts from The Walt Disney Family Museum, we are displaying rare and unique objects from the collection that are also featured in the book. Some of the artifacts showcased in the book and here have never been seen by the public. These objects will be on view for free in the museum’s Awards Lobby and will rotate periodically through the beginning of 2025. The second...
Intended for all ages and skill levels, Pop-Up Studios are two-hour in-person workshops focusing on various aspects of Walt’s legacy through hands-on art activities.
No need to find your gloves, shovels, or heavy winter coats to plant the iconic Winter flowers in this Pop-Up. Join us as we dig...
When Santa Claus makes his annual trip around the world to bring gifts and holiday cheer to everyone on his “nice” list, he never forgets his friends at Disneyland! Join us for a special reading of the Disney Little Golden Book, Santa Stops at Disneyland, by Author and Illustrator Ethan Reed with...
It’s a story that has become almost legendary. But it’s much better, in fact, because it’s true. On many a Friday afternoon at the Walt Disney Studios during the mid-1960s, Walt Disney would call brothers Robert and Richard Sherman to his office. As the songwriters entered, the boss would say, “Play it.” They knew what he meant.
Studio Nights is a fun and hands-on evening workshop where adults can put their creativity in the spotlight and learn step-by-step how to make their drawings truly come to life.
For artists of all ages, join us in our Art Studio where an instructor will teach you step-by-step instructions on how...
No screening Dec 7, 14, & 15
This holiday season, you might not see one of your toys or action figures become a “real boy,” but you can experience real joy in our theater! No lie. Join us for a journey to Geppetto’s workshop for a special month-long screening of Pinocchio (1940). (Runtime: 87 minutes)
Studio Series workshops are 90-minute sessions that explore animation principles and techniques.
“Avast ye! A monstrous creature has turned the tides!” The ocean is a vast expanse, filled with both wonder and speculation of what lies beneath the deep waves. Prepare the radar and get ready to...
Studio Series workshops are 90-minute sessions that explore animation principles and techniques.
“Bah Humbug!” Despite ghosts being heavily associated with the Halloween season, there is a wonderful history of ghouls bringing holiday delight during the wintertime as well! Cozy up as we celebrate...