In this special virtual program, hear from animal sanctuaries located all over the world that contributed to our first Cause Awareness special exhibition, Creative Conservation: The Art of Endangered Animals, currently on display in the Lower Lobby. Learn how the exhibition came to be, the important...
To show our appreciation, members will receive an additional 10% discount on any in-store or online merchandise purchases made Saturday, August 27 and Sunday, August 28.
On Sunday, August 28, we will host a special members-only screening of The Walt Disney Family Museum Fifth Anniversary Film (2014...
“Dig” into Fall this September with a month-long screening of 20th Century Fox’s Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009).
Join us for a behind-the-scenes presentation of Pixar’s new animated Disney+ series, Cars on the Road (2022) with Director and Pixar veteran Bobby Podesta. Stick around for a special treat at the end of the event when Directors Brian Fee and Steve Purcell, and Producer Marc Sondheimer, join for a...
Since its opening in 1955, Disneyland has played host to many notable guests—from foreign dignitaries to Hollywood stars. Disneyland VIP Tour Guides play an integral role in the VIP guest experience at Disneyland, and their distinctive costumes highlight their unique position in the park. Join...
Founded by Walt under the name Walt Disney Enterprises, Inc., Walt Disney Imagineering was initially tasked with developing Disneyland, and since then has been responsible for designing and building Disney theme parks and attractions all over the world. Seventy years after the founding of Walt...
Since its first publication in 1897, Dracula has become an October staple. Vampires have come in all shapes and forms, but one of their signature features is the ability to disappear into a fluttering bat. Join us in this Studio Series as we delve into the supernatural history of vampires within the...
Since its first publication in 1897, Dracula has become an October staple. Vampires have come in all shapes and forms, but one of their signature features is the ability to disappear into a fluttering bat. Join us in this Studio Series as we delve into the supernatural history of vampires within the...
Beware of a full moon this month! Werewolves are likely to be lurking about. Join us in this spooky workshop as we uncover the myths of cryptids and how they have shapeshifted in the world of cartoons. We will then use traditional hand-drawn animation to illustrate a werewolf prowling in the night...
Beware of a full moon this month! Werewolves are likely to be lurking about. Join us in this spooky workshop as we uncover the myths of cryptids and how they have shapeshifted in the world of cartoons. We will then use traditional hand-drawn animation to illustrate a werewolf prowling in the night...
In 1932, a certain guffawing character made his first appearance in Mickey’s Revue (1932) and eventually developed into the beloved Goofy. Over 90 years, the character has grown emotionally and visually within animated productions to the complex version we see on our screen today. Join us in this...
This month marks the 80th anniversary of the feature-length film Bambi (1942). In the classic film, life in the woods is painted through breathtaking backgrounds and endearing woodland animal characters. Join us on a journey through the history of Bambi and its character designs. Then, using shape...
In celebration of the opening of our latest special exhibition, Walt Disney’s The Jungle Book: Making a Masterpiece, join us for a month-long screening of The Jungle Book (1967) to see the film that inspired the exhibition.
As Fall begins, orchards are filled with sweet apples ripe for the picking. Join us as we enjoy a favorite Autumn pastime and explore how characters have been animated harvesting throughout film and television. With a focus on gesture, pose, and silhouettes, follow along as you animate a character...
As Fall begins, orchards are filled with sweet apples ripe for the picking. Join us as we enjoy a favorite Autumn pastime and explore how characters have been animated harvesting throughout film and television. With a focus on gesture, pose, and silhouettes, follow along as you animate a character...
Sweater weather has arrived in the Bay Area with its trademark crisp air and falling leaves. Spend a cozy day with us as we focus on autumnal themes within the animated world and how animators have mastered subtle foliage techniques. Then using traditional hand-drawn animation, we will animate a...
Sweater weather has arrived in the Bay Area with its trademark crisp air and falling leaves. Spend a cozy day with us as we focus on autumnal themes within the animated world and how animators have mastered subtle foliage techniques. Then using traditional hand-drawn animation, we will animate a...
Extreme color transformations within leaves and flowers occur in the Fall. Color has also left quite a cinematic impact on the depiction of flora, especially in Walt Disney’s short film, Flowers and Trees (1932). This year, celebrate the Academy Award®-winning cartoon’s 90th anniversary as we...
In celebration of the opening of our latest special exhibition, Walt Disney’s The Jungle Book: Making a Masterpiece, join us for a month-long screening of The Jungle Book (2016) directed by Jon Favreau to see an updated live-action reimagining of the classic Disney animated film that inspired the...
Last year, we collaborated with Bob Baker Marionette Theater on an engaging and popular virtual presentation. This August, we are excited to welcome Bob Baker Marionette Theater’s Executive Director and Head Puppeteer Alex Evans and Director of Development and Community Partnerships Winona Bechtle...