Famously used by the Fairy Godmother and Tinker Bell, magical wands are a staple of Disney’s fantasy storytelling. With the wave of a wand, Fairy Godmothers-in-Training transform young guests at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. Join us as we explore how wands have been used throughout Disney Parks, Resorts
We are pleased to announce that you can now donate stock to The Walt Disney Family Museum using a streamlined process.
Help us continue our important education programming, including the At-Promise Youth Animation Academy initiative, by considering a stock donation.
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It is a great, tax-efficient way to give. By donating stock directly, you can receive up to 37% savings on federal and state income taxes through a charitable donation deduction while avoiding the capital gains taxes you would incur by liquidating the stock and sending our organization the cash, all at zero additional cost to you. You can deduct the full value of the stock as a charitable gift just like cash.
Dear Valued Guests,
The museum will reopen on Saturday, October 16 and will remain open for normal business hours, Thursday through Sunday, 10am to 5pm. We appreciate your understanding.
If you have purchased museum admission tickets during the temporary closure period, please contact tickets@wdfmuseum.org to request an exchange for an alternate date or a refund.
Thank you,
The Walt Disney Family Museum
Famously used by the Fairy Godmother and Tinker Bell, magical wands are a staple of Disney’s fantasy storytelling. With the wave of a wand, Fairy Godmothers-in-Training transform young guests at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. Join us as we explore how wands have been used throughout Disney Parks, Resorts
Fantasyland is filled with wondrous curiosity symbolized by the very merry celebration of the Mad Tea Party attraction. Inspired by Walt Disney’s Alice in Wonderland (1951), guests take a whirlwind of a ride in oversized tea cups. Join us as we “pour” into the 70th anniversary of the beloved film
At the heart of the Park stands an ethereal castle featuring pink hues fit for a princess. This iconic 189-foot landmark welcomes its guests to a magical world where dreams come true. Join us as we look at the history of Cinderella Castle and the fairytale itself, and explore medieval castle designs
With 225 Audio-Animatronics® birds, flowers, and tiki figures performing memorable songs, Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room evokes a Polynesian paradise. Join us in this workshop as we examine the history of the attraction and famous animated tropical bird characters, then design and sculpt a three
From body shape to color scheme and clothing, every piece of a character gives the viewer insight about who they are. Join us for this eight-week class as we learn what it takes to design memorable and original characters, diving further into shape language, silhouette, and costume design. After
Deep in Adventureland lies an outpost in which lively voyages transport guests down winding jungle rivers featuring flora and fauna from around the world. Embark with us on a journey through the history of Magic Kingdom’s Jungle Cruise and animated river boats, then animate a boat traveling down a
Join Bri and Chris on the newest episode of WD-FM Museum Musings as they share upcoming museum programs and share some of their favorite Disney topics. In celebration of the premiere of Muppets Haunted Mansion on Disney+, join Muppet Performers Dave Goelz and Bill Barretta—the hands and voices behind The Great Gonzo and Pepe the King Prawn—in this special interview where they share behind-the-scenes moments from this spooky new special.
Have a wonderful holiday!
Have a wonderful holiday!
As part of The Big Draw, the largest drawing festival in the world, join us for a series of free community events that will connect several themes meaningful to Walt’s legacy, including art, environmental conservation, and human connection and camaraderie across cultures and borders. This year’s
However, we will be open our normal hours on Friday, November 26. Have a wonderful holiday!
When a young Dina Babbitt—then Dina Gottliebová—arrived at the Auschwitz concentration camp during World War II, she was petrified but determined to protect herself and her mother from the wrath of the Nazis. She used her artistic talents to paint a mural of one of her favorite films, Snow White and
Discover how 18th century automatons led to the creation of wind-up toys, the development of Audio-Animatronics® technology, and the evolution of today’s advanced robotics. Students will observe the mechanics of a simple automaton and create their own through trial and error.