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"There is just one moon and one golden sun,
And a smile means friendship to everyone.
Though the mountains divide and the oceans are wide, it's a small world after all."
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“Conservation isn’t just the business of a few people. It’s a matter that concerns all of us. It’s a science whose principles are written in the oldest code in the world, the laws of nature. The natural resources of our vast continent are not inexhaustible. But if we will use our riches wisely, if
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Thu–Sun | 10am–5pm (last gallery entry at 4pm)
Thu–Sun | 10am–5pm (last gallery entry at 4pm)
In honor of Veterans Day, The Walt Disney Family Museum is pleased to debut its fifth Community Access Exhibition, Veterans’ Voices: Painted Realities, featuring original artworks by U.S. military veterans. The exhibition will serve as a platform for the American veteran’s voice to be heard through
Workshops
Virtual
Thu, Apr 22 | 5:30pm PT
Spring has sprung and the hills are again full with flowers. Celebrate Earth Day with a fun and interactive workshop with nature artist John Muir Laws and learn how to block in the basic shapes, foreshorten flowers, and use watercolor or colored pencils to bring out the beauty in your own nature
Posted on Wed, 04/21/2021 - 13:31
Wish upon a star with WD-FM as Chris and Bri take a deep dive into Walt Disney's second animated feature film, Pinocchio (1940). An epic of animated cinema, Pinocchio is full of moments of artistic beauty and fun entertainment. Learn how this film was developed and some fun facts about the technology used to bring the film to life.
Workshops
Virtual
Sat, May 15 | 1pm PT
Join DreamWorks Animation’s Priscilla Wong for a workshop in visual development and learn about her unique approach to storytelling through scrapbooking. Using practical and unconventional materials such as felt, yarn, and floss, create your own scrapbook scene inspired by Wong’s work from Trolls
Talks
Virtual
Wed, May 12 | 5:30pm PT
Join Screenwriter Rita Hsiao as she shares behind-the-scenes stories from Walt Disney Feature Animation’s Mulan (1998) and Disney•Pixar’s Toy Story 2 (1999).
Talks
Virtual
Fri, May 7 | 5:30pm PT
Join Broadway and voice actress Susan Egan as she discusses her experiences as the original Belle in Broadway’s Beauty and the Beast, Megara in Disney’s Hercules (1997), and other impactful acting roles.
Talks
Virtual
Fri, Apr 30 | 5:30pm PT
Join Disney Legend and voice actor Bill Farmer for behind-the-scenes stories from voicing the beloved and iconic characters of Walt Disney’s Goofy and Pluto.
Special Events
Virtual
Thu, Apr 22 | 11am
Walt Disney is celebrated not only for his transformative and lasting impact on our culture through the pioneering and perfecting of animation, family entertainment, and theme parks, but also for his reverence of nature and support for habitat conservation. Consistently ahead of his time, Walt
We are excited to announce that The Walt Disney Family Museum Animation Festival will feature films from teen and college-level animators. At the festival, located in the beautiful Presidio of San Francisco, participants can attend workshops and talks, engage in activities, explore a school and career fair, and view the work of next generation's talented animators.
Watch this space, subscribe to our enews, and follow us on social media for updates and announcements, including information about submissions and the festival website.
Special Events
Virtual
Sat, Apr 17 | 10am PT
Join us as Ron Diamond, Executive Producer of Acme Filmworks, hosts the annual Oscar® Showcase Tour. Watch a screening of this year’s Best Animated Short Film nominees and hear stories from some of the talented artists behind these spectacular movies.
Classes
Virtual
Mon–Fri | Jun 7–18 | 9am–3pm PT
Comics and storyboarding share a unique connection in how to tell sequential visual stories. In this two-week class, students will discuss the history and evolution of each form and their similarities and differences. Students will learn about transferring scripts to boards and panels, gesture
San Francisco, April 15, 2021—The Walt Disney Family Museum is delighted to welcome back members and guests to the Main Museum on Thursday, April 22, 2021. Tickets for admission to both the main galleries and the special exhibition will be available for pre-purchase online beginning 10am PT today.
Thu, Apr 22 | 10am–5pm (last gallery entry at 3:45pm)
We are thrilled to welcome you back to our Main Museum galleries beginning Thursday, April 22. Experience Walt Disney’s uplifting life story showcased through our state-of-the-art galleries, which house hundreds of memorable artifacts, original artworks, and a spectacular miniature model of
Main Museum Reopens Thursday, April 22
WWII & Veterans’ Voices Special Exhibitions Also Open
Open Thu–Sun, 10am–5pm
Pre-purchased, timed tickets required
We are thrilled to welcome you back to our Main Museum galleries beginning Thursday, April 22. Experience Walt Disney’s uplifting life story showcased through our state-of-the-art galleries, which house hundreds of memorable artifacts, original artworks, and a spectacular miniature model of Disneyland.
Also on view is The Walt Disney Studios and World War II, an immersive exhibition featuring the compelling and multifaceted story of The Walt Disney Studios’ contributions to the Allies’ World War II effort with an array of original artwork, film clips, photos, literature, and more to explore.
Additionally, reopening to the public is the museum’s fifth Community Access Exhibition, Veterans’ Voices: Painted Realities, featuring original artworks by U.S. military veterans. The exhibition serves as a platform for the American veteran’s voice to be heard through their own words and creativity, rather than from depictions by non-veteran artists.
Pre-purchased, timed tickets are required for entry. During the first few months of reopening, we will release tickets in two-week increments. To purchase tickets available for the next two weeks, please visit our Tickets page. Members can reserve free tickets for the next two weeks via our members-only ticket reservation page. Please note that tickets for Thursday, April 15 through Sunday, April 18 include admission only to the WWII exhibition.
We are grateful to you for your support during our recent closure. We thank you for helping create an enjoyable experience for everyone and are happy to see you back at the museum soon.
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Thu–Sun | 10am–5pm (last gallery entry at 4pm)
Thu–Sun | 10am–5pm (last gallery entry at 4pm)
Immerse yourself in the compelling and multifaceted story of The Walt Disney Studios’ extensive contribution to the Allies’ World War II effort through an array of original artwork, film clips, photos, literature, and more.
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Seniors (ages 65+) |
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Youth (ages 6–17) |
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Children (ages 5 & under) |
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Due to current restrictions, our theater will remain closed until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience. This notice will be updated when we are able to welcome you back to our theater to enjoy daily film screenings of classic Disney films. |
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Museum hours are 10am to 5pm with last entry at 4pm; the museum is open Thursday–Sunday, closed Monday–Wednesday, January 1, Thanksgiving Day, and December 25. For further information about our hours or admission prices, please contact Ticket Desk at 415.345.6843. Operating hours are subject to change, please check our calendar prior to planning your visit.
As employees of The Walt Disney Family Museum, we strive to achieve and perpetuate the values that Walt held important in his work and his life. We believe that to achieve the level of quality associated with Walt Disney, each person, as an individual and as part of a cohesive team, contributes toward delivering a quality experience to every visitor to The Walt Disney Family Museum.