The Walt Disney Family Museum Blog

Posted on Sat, 05/09/2015 - 10:00
Posted on May 9, 2015

Ron Miller and Diane Disney were married in a small church ceremony in Santa Barbara on May 9, 1954. Find out more about that special day after the jump. 

Posted on Wed, 03/04/2015 - 15:00
Posted on Mar 4, 2015

In honor of what would have been Disney Legend Ward Kimball's 101st birthday today, let's take a look back at the month-long celebration we had during Wednesdays with Ward. 

Posted on Wed, 02/25/2015 - 09:30
Posted on Feb 25, 2015
In recognition of Ward Kimball's centennial year, we're spending Wednesdays with Ward until his next birthday on March 4. Today, we hand the mic off to Walt Disney, himself, who had a few words to say about Ward's artistry
Posted on Wed, 02/18/2015 - 11:00
Posted on Feb 18, 2015
In recognition of Ward Kimball's centennial year, we're spending Wednesdays with Ward until his next birthday on March 4. Today, we explore the animator's alternative to the traditional Disney style—what we may call “illusion-of-life” animation. Learn more about Kimball's original, humorous, and cognitive techniques.
Posted on Fri, 01/30/2015 - 09:00
Posted on Jan 30, 2015
The immersive, hands-on Family Activity Area located in our current exhibition, All Aboard: A Celebration of Walt's Trains, is made possible with the generous support of Lionel, LLC—a company that was saved by a Mickey Mouse handcar in 1934. Get a glimpse into the history between Disney and Lionel.
Posted on Fri, 01/23/2015 - 17:00
Posted on Jan 23, 2015
Bay Area cultural institutions are teaming up to host Member for a Day this Saturday, January 24. Which institutions are participating in reciprocal membership?
Posted on Wed, 01/21/2015 - 09:30
Posted on Jan 21, 2015
Calling all collectors, enthusiasts, and dreamers! Select single, mint-condition issues of The “E” Ticket magazine are now available for purchase in the museum’s webstore. A magazine devoted to “collecting theme park memories,” The “E” Ticket—named after the coveted “E ticket” at Disneyland Park that admitted the bearer to the most popular rides and attractions—was started by brothers Leon and Jack Janzen in 1986. The fanzine’s intent was to not only provide a detailed history of the brothers’ favorite park, but also give readers knowledge about the artists, Imagineers®, and other creative individuals responsible for the magic of Disneyland.