A curated selection of nostalgic Disneyland attraction posters from The Walt Disney Family Museum’s collection is on display and free to view in the museum’s Lower Lobby Gallery.
Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2 (2024) returns to the mind of newly minted teenager Riley just as Headquarters is undergoing a sudden demolition to make room for something entirely unexpected: new Emotions! Join us for a conversation and Q&A with the film’s Executive Producers: Pixar’s Chief...
Join autism advocate and Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum US cast member Dani Bowman as she discusses her journey working in animation and building her own animation company, DaniMation Entertainment, at the age of 11. This inspiring discussion will dive into the challenges the people with autism face...
Join us for a special Pride Month screening of Howard (2018)—a documentary about Disney Legend and songwriter Howard Ashman, whose work included penning beloved songs for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ The Little Mermaid (1988), Beauty and the Beast (1991), and Aladdin (1992). Following the...
This year celebrates the 60th anniversary of the 1964/1965 New York World’s Fair, a historic turning point in the career of Walt Disney, the trajectory of The Walt Disney Company, and the spirit of global cooperation. Although “it’s a small world” is one of the most timeless and enduring of all Disney’s creations for the Fair, it was actually the last of the four iconic pavilions created by WED Enterprises (now Walt Disney Imagineering).
The Walt Disney Family Museum is located at 104 Montgomery Street in the Presidio of San Francisco, California. Be aware that there are two Montgomery Streets in San Francisco—the museum is located in the Presidio of San Francisco, NOT in the Financial District. If you are using a GPS, please remember to enter the zip code 94129 when planning your route.
Join us in celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride Month this June with a month-long screening of Howard (2018), a documentary about Disney Legend, producer, and lyricist Howard Ashman, whose work included penning beloved songs for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ The Little Mermaid (1988), Beauty and the Beast ...
Stop-motion animation dates back to the 19th century and has left a long-lasting impact on the world of cinema. Over the years, artists and animators have utilized stop-motion in various ways, from experimental shorts to feature-length film. As we dive into the history of this art form, see examples...
It’s sure to be “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” in this Pop-Up Studio! For 60 years, Mary Poppins (1964) has melted our hearts with memorable characters, musical moments, and new technology that allowed for the suspension of disbelief within scenes such as the airborne carousel horses. Join us...
Hang on tight for the “wildest ride in the wilderness!” During this western-themed workshop, we will celebrate the 45th anniversary of Disneyland’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and look at the making of this beloved attraction. Mine your way through animation history as we uncover how animators...
This Studio Series is sure to be “practically perfect in every way”! Fly a (metaphorical) kite with us as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of Mary Poppins (1964). We will explore this classic’s use of matte paintings and the optical printer that brought many of our favorite scenes to life. Then...
This Studio Series is sure to be “practically perfect in every way”! Fly a (metaphorical) kite with us as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of Mary Poppins (1964). We will explore this classic’s use of matte paintings and the optical printer that brought many of our favorite scenes to life. Then...
This Studio Series is sure to be “practically perfect in every way”! Fly a (metaphorical) kite with us as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of Mary Poppins (1964). We will explore this classic’s use of matte paintings and the optical printer that brought many of our favorite scenes to life. Then...
This Studio Series is sure to be “practically perfect in every way”! Fly a (metaphorical) kite with us as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of Mary Poppins (1964). We will explore this classic’s use of matte paintings and the optical printer that brought many of our favorite scenes to life. Then...
Make a splash at this Studio Series! From hand-drawn techniques in Walt Disney’s Pinocchio (1940) to 3D innovations in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen 2 (2019), join us as we dive into how water has made waves in various forms throughout animation history and discover the evolution of and...
Join us in celebrating the closing of Disney Cats & Dogs with a screening of the classic animated feature One Hundred and One Dalmatians (1961). In addition to the titular Dalmatians, you can “spot” how various other breeds are represented in the beloved dog-centric film.
Film screenings are...
Join us on Saturday, June 8 for a Member Morning! We are pleased to invite our members to enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries on the porch from 10 to 11am with extra special opportunity to meet and chat with John Morris, the voice of Andy in the Toy Story films. Please note: There will be no...
The Walt Disney Family Museum is saddened to learn of the passing of Disney Legend Richard Sherman. Much like the lyrics to his many iconic songs, Richard Sherman’s legacy will never be forgotten.
Make a splash at this Studio Series! From hand-drawn techniques in Walt Disney’s Pinocchio (1940) to 3D innovations in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen 2 (2019), join us as we dive into how water has made waves in various forms throughout animation history and discover the evolution of and...
“Hakuna Matata” is the motto in this workshop! Join us in this Studio Series as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Disney’s The Lion King (1994). Take a look behind the scenes of this beloved and acclaimed production and learn how reference material is pivotal to the process of animation. After...