Walt made thirteen nature films in the 1950s known as the True-Life Adventures series. Eight of them won Academy Awards®. They were shown in public schools for decades and—judging by correspondence that is in the Walt Disney Archives in Burbank—many young people went into the forestry service and related fields due to the influence of these films...
Experience a New Year’s transformation and join us in celebrating our latest special exhibition, Directing at Disney, with a month-long screening of Walt Disney’s The Sword in the Stone, based on T.H. White’s classic retelling of the King Arthur story, directed by Disney Legend Wolfgang “Woolie”...
Join author and self-proclaimed Disney fanatic Sunny Chanel for an in-depth discussion of her new book, Bring the Magic Home: An Exploration of Design Inspired by Disney Parks—published by Disney Editions. In this book, Chanel explores the immersive environments that contribute to making Disney...
The Artist Studio is geared toward children age 7 to adults. Exploring the world of animation, guests discover aspects of stop-motion and specific film techniques. Our Education staff will be present to support, encourage, and inspire students to grab some paper to test, play, or create an animated...
The Art Playground is for families with children ages 3 to 6. In our Learning Center, we will be embracing the Winter season and teaching simple techniques of painting to create your own dimensional Winter scene or a paper flower wand. Our Education staff will be present to support, encourage, and...
Since childhood, Walt Disney had been a fan of the works of Jules Verne, including the author’s classic 1870 science-fiction novel, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. But later, as a film producer, he was not quite sure what he wanted to do with the story. After he had begun producing his True-Life Adventures, Walt started thinking that deep sea wonders, inspired by the novel, would make excellent material for a nature documentary. At one point, he even considered making it as an animated feature.
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With a new year comes new perspectives. Join us in this Pop-Up Studio as we commemorate the 25th anniversary of Disney’s Fantasia/2000 (2000), a new generation’s perspective on Walt’s groundbreaking concert epic. During our workshop, we will look at Walt’s original concepts for Fantasia (1940) and...
Good or bad, truth or lie, there is always that little voice that seems to direct us toward the right path… more or less! While Pinocchio is the main protagonist of his story, his guide Jiminy Cricket has become an unforgettable character in his own right. Join us as we celebrate the 85th...
“Wondering which way (you) ought to go”? You are in the right place! Come along to Wonderland to have a very, merry un-celebration of the 15th anniversary of Disney’s live-action Alice in Wonderland (2010). We will spill the tea on the film’s production, the connection to Walt’s 1951 animated...
Join us at The Walt Disney Family Museum as we once again celebrate The Big Draw, the world’s largest drawing festival, on Saturday, January 18, 2025! For this free family event, we will explore the theme of “Art in Motion” with a variety of interactive activities and drawing delights. Visit our...
In this fun and hands-on session, learn how to make your drawings truly come to life and put your creativity in the spotlight! Join us in our Art Studio where you can enjoy evening cocktails and follow along as our Education staff teaches you step-by-step how to draw fun rubber hose characters.
You do not want to miss this incredible adventure at this Pop-Up Studio! Grab your gear and roll up your sleeves as we look into the wacky yet wonderful world of claymation. We will learn how this extraordinary technique of filmmaking was led by filmmaker Will Vinton and persevered into 21st century...
The Art Playground is for families with children ages 3 to 6. In our Learning Center, we will be embracing the Spring season and teaching simple art techniques. Children can use their imagination and new skills to create their own Earth Day crafts, or add some magic to their day by bringing home a...
It is time to dust off those shoes, hit the dance floor, and “set the world in motion” for Disney’s A Goofy Movie’s (1995) 30th anniversary. Join us as we “Perfect(ly) Cast” our way through the production of the film, character development of Powerline, and the various ways animators have utilized...
It is time to dust off those shoes, hit the dance floor, and “set the world in motion” for Disney’s A Goofy Movie’s (1995) 30th anniversary. Join us as we “Perfect(ly) Cast” our way through the production of the film, character development of Powerline, and the various ways animators have utilized...
It is time to dust off those shoes, hit the dance floor, and “set the world in motion” for Disney’s A Goofy Movie’s (1995) 30th anniversary. Join us as we “Perfect(ly) Cast” our way through the production of the film, character development of Powerline, and the various ways animators have utilized...
“Gawrsh!” It’s time to pack up our bags and hit the road for A Goofy Movie’s (1995) 30th anniversary. Spend the day with us in this Studio Series, as we soar through the evolution of Goofy’s character design and a behind-the-scenes look of the beloved film centered around this iconic character...
“Gawrsh!” It’s time to pack up our bags and hit the road for A Goofy Movie’s (1995) 30th anniversary. Spend the day with us in this Studio Series, as we soar through the evolution of Goofy’s character design and a behind-the-scenes look of the beloved film centered around this iconic character...
It is time to dust off those shoes, hit the dance floor, and “set the world in motion” for Disney’s A Goofy Movie’s (1995) 30th anniversary. Join us as we “Perfect(ly) Cast” our way through the production of the film, character development of Powerline, and the various ways animators have utilized...
In this fun and hands-on session, learn how to make your drawings truly come to life and put your creativity in the spotlight! Join us in our Art Studio where you can enjoy evening cocktails and follow along as our Education staff teaches you step-by-step how to paint a dreamy winter scene.