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Workshops
Sun, Mar 22 | 10:30am–12:30pm

In conjunction with our special exhibition Happiest Place on Earth: The Disneyland Story, enter the world of Disney architecture and discover the charming artistry behind castle-themed collectibles. We will explore how Disneyland designers embraced imaginative forms and playful details to craft...

Workshops
Sun, Jan 25 | 10:30am–12:30pm

Flying ships have captured imaginations for generations, blending artistry with engineering to create the illusion of sailing the skies. In conjunction with our special exhibition Happiest Place on Earth: The Disneyland Story, we will explore the origins of the iconic Peter Pan’s Flight attraction...

Workshops Virtual
Sat, Jan 17 | 1–2:30pm PT

Step into the world of classic Disney animation and discover the groundbreaking artistry behind One Hundred and One Dalmatians (1961)! Join us as we celebrate the 65th anniversary of this classic “tail” and explore how Disney animators embraced xerography, a process that allowed their drawings to be...

Workshops
Sat, Jan 31 | 10:30am–noon

In conjunction with our special exhibition Happiest Place on Earth: The Disneyland Story, take to the skies and celebrate the magic of Peter Pan’s Flight, one of Disneyland’s original Opening Day attractions from July 17, 1955! Inspired by Walt Disney’s 1953 animated classic Peter Pan, this rail...

Workshops Virtual
Sat, Feb 7 | 10:30am–noon PT

Grab your honeypots and join us as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of Winnie the Pooh and the Honey Tree (1966)! In this Workshop, we will take a closer look at the origins of this beloved animated character and explore how animators illustrated bears in television and feature film throughout the...

Workshops Virtual
Sat, Mar 7 | 10:30am–noon PT

In conjunction with our special exhibition Happiest Place on Earth: The Disneyland Story, step into the wild and celebrate the legacy of Adventureland and one of Disneyland’s original attractions, the Jungle Cruise. Inspired by Disney’s True-Life Adventures documentary series, this Opening Day...

Workshops Virtual
Sat, Mar 7 | 1–2:30pm PT

In conjunction with our special exhibition Happiest Place on Earth: The Disneyland Story, step into the wild and celebrate the legacy of Adventureland and one of Disneyland’s original attractions, the Jungle Cruise. Inspired by Disney’s True-Life Adventures documentary series, this Opening Day...

Workshops
Sat, Mar 28 | 10:30am–noon

In conjunction with our special exhibition Happiest Place on Earth: The Disneyland Story, venture beyond the gates and uncover the chilling legacy of the Haunted Mansion! This iconic dark ride opened at Disneyland on August 9, 1969, and has been thrilling guests with its eerie illusions and ghostly...

Workshops Virtual
Sat, Apr 4 | 10:30am–noon PT

All aboard as we celebrate the timeless charm of the Disneyland Railroad, an attraction that has been circling the Park since Opening Day in 1955! Conceived by Walt Disney himself, the railroad was inspired by his backyard miniature train, the Carolwood Pacific Railroad, and became a centerpiece of...

Workshops Virtual
Sat, Apr 4 | 1–2:30pm PT

All aboard as we celebrate the timeless charm of the Disneyland Railroad, an attraction that has been circling the Park since Opening Day in 1955! Conceived by Walt Disney himself, the railroad was inspired by his backyard miniature train, the Carolwood Pacific Railroad, and became a centerpiece of...

Workshops
Sat, Apr 11 | 1–2:30pm

All aboard as we celebrate the timeless charm of the Disneyland Railroad, an attraction that has been circling the Park since Opening Day in 1955! Conceived by Walt Disney himself, the railroad was inspired by his backyard miniature train, the Carolwood Pacific Railroad, and became a centerpiece of...

Workshops
Sat, Apr 18 | 10:30am–noon

In conjunction with our special exhibition, Happiest Place on Earth: The Disneyland Story take a spin into the whimsical world of Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride, one of Disneyland’s most beloved original attractions! Inspired by Disney’s adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s classic book The Wind in the Willows as...

Classes
Every Sat, Mar 14–Apr 18 | 10am–noon

Animation is a versatile medium that allows animators to explore storytelling beyond traditional drawing. Paper, clay, and even sand have proven to be other unique ways to animate a tale. This six-week course we will focus on understanding basic animation principles, with each class working with...

Classes
Every Sat, Mar 14–Apr 18 | 1–3pm

Animation is a versatile medium that allows animators to explore storytelling beyond traditional drawing. Paper, clay, and even sand have proven to be other unique ways to animate a tale. This six-week course we will focus on understanding basic animation principles, with each class working with...

Classes
Every Wed, Mar 11–Apr 29 | 4–6pm

Animation is a versatile medium that allows animators to explore storytelling beyond traditional drawing. Paper, clay, and even sand have proven to be other unique ways to animate a tale. This eight-week course will focus on understanding basic animation principles, with each class working with a...

Classes
Every Wed, Mar 11–Apr 29 | 4–6pm

Successful animators have a comprehensive understanding of basic animation techniques and principles. This eight-week course focuses on one of these concepts each class by working traditionally with paper and pencil. Using a light table students create, trace, and refine their drawings frame by...

Classes
Every Wed, Mar 11–Apr 29 | 4–6pm

This eight-week course continues to refine artist and animator skills explored in After School Animation. Continuing students should arrive prepared to work with software and digital drawing tools while gaining additional animation techniques and tips. Students will be working to build portfolio...

Workshops
Sat & Sun, Mar 21–22 | 10am–noon

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

Workshops
Sat & Sun, Apr 25–26 | 10am–noon

The Art Playground is for families with children ages 3 to 6. In our Learning Center, we will be embracing Earth Day and teach simple art techniques. Children can use their imagination and new skills to create crafty items from recycled material. Our Education staff will be present to support...

Answer Keys

Novice Historian Answer Key

  1. The bombing of Pearl Harbor

  2. Submarine Voyage

  3. Walt Disney

  4. Audio-Animatronics® technology

  5. Seal Island (1949)

  6. Sleeping Beauty/Princess Aurora

  7. It does not represent a specific time period at Disneyland and instead specifically represents attractions and areas that existed or were in development during Walt’s life

  8. 1955

  9. Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln, “it’s a small world”, Ford Magic Skyway as Primeval World Diorama, and/or Carousel of Progress

  10.  Animator

Expert Historian Answer Key

  1. “Mammal of the Year”

  2. George McGinnis

  3. Spare fabric from his daughter Diane’s dolls

  4. Treasure Island (1950)

  5. The True-Life Adventures Title Card

  6. He flipped the model backwards

  7. Lucasfilm’s Industrial Light & Magic

  8. 1962

  9. PeopleMover

  10. Carousel of Progress, Pirates of the Caribbean, and/or Sleeping Beauty (1959)

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