This four-week course refines artist and animator skills explored in After School Animation I and After School Animation II. Continuing students should arrive prepared to work on their individual projects during the class as well as learn additional animation techniques and tips throughout the...
Who can forget when Carl Fredricksen releases an arrangement of balloons and floats away in his beloved home? Join us for this dreamy workshop as we celebrate the 15th anniversary of Disney and Pixar’s UP (2009) by exploring how animators have captured the illusion of objects floating in the air...
Who can forget when Carl Fredricksen releases an arrangement of balloons and floats away in his beloved home? Join us for this dreamy workshop as we celebrate the 15th anniversary of Disney and Pixar’s UP (2009) by exploring how animators have captured the illusion of objects floating in the air...
“Oh boy, oh boy!” This Studio Series is sure to quack you up. Join us as we wish an early 90th birthday to one of our favorite fowl friends, Donald Duck. From his first appearance in The Wise Little Hen (1934) to present day cartoons, we will dive into the evolution of this beloved character and...
“Oh boy, oh boy!” This Studio Series is sure to quack you up. Join us as we wish an early 90th birthday to one of our favorite fowl friends, Donald Duck. From his first appearance in The Wise Little Hen (1934) to present day cartoons, we will dive into the evolution of this beloved character and...
Help is on the way! Every good adventure needs an exciting rescue. Whether that be someone trapped by the villain or a daring escape, heroes can be counted on to save the day. Join us as we celebrate the 35th anniversary of Disney Channel’s Chip ’n’ Dale Rescue Rangers (1989) by examining how these...
Help is on the way! Every good adventure needs an exciting rescue. Whether that be someone trapped by the villain or a daring escape, heroes can be counted on to save the day. Join us as we celebrate the 35th anniversary of Disney Channel’s Chip ’n’ Dale Rescue Rangers (1989) by examining how these...
Join us as Richie Palmer, a television executive of Marvel Studios, answers questions and provides insights about the creative process behind their latest series, Echo (2024).
Disney Cats & Dogs explores the evolution and innovation of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ animal-inspired animation and storytelling through the decades, and the massive undertaking involved in bringing their iconic cats and dogs to life on screen.
We are partnering with local non-profits throughout the exhibition to highlight the important work they do for animals in the Bay Area and beyond. You can help support local dogs and cats in need by supporting one of our featured animal rescues or by adopting or fostering a pet in need of a loving home. In the Disney Cats & Dogs exhibition, we will feature different local animal shelters and highlight some of their pets currently available for adoption. Come visit us in person or check this page to see our featured shelters and pets for the month.
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of The Walt Disney Company, The Walt Disney Family Museum is showcasing objects from the museum’s collection which highlight important moments in Walt’s career. These objects, which include recent acquisitions and fragile materials that have never been publicly displayed, will rotate periodically throughout the year.
Join us this February for a special month-long screening of Cinderella (1950)—the Disney Studios’ long-awaited return to long-form, single-story animation after World War II—and experience the classic tale of overcoming adversity to find true love with the help of a Fairy Godmother, a dash of magic...
As visitors to The Walt Disney Family Museum make their way through the second floor galleries, they occasionally overlook the displays in 7B, intent on taking in the breathtaking view of the Golden Gate Bridge that awaits them just beyond. But when that occurs, these guests miss the opportunity to see the special treasures arrayed in the cases in this gallery...
Although Walt Disney often said he personally identified with the character of Mickey Mouse, many fans would pick Donald Duck if they really thought about it. With his optimistic outlook on life yet temperamental nature and tendency to overreact, Donald’s a character we feel sympathy for and can understand. He often displays those aspects of our personalities we’re not always proud of but which certainly make us human. Donald Duck is like us, and for that reason we’re drawn to him. ...
Since opening over 10 years ago, we have sought to make the museum a place where our guests could find animation, innovation, and inspiration and immerse themselves in the remarkable life story of Walt Disney—the man who raised animation to an art, tirelessly pursued innovation, and created a distinctly American legacy, transforming the entertainment world. Donations help ensure future generations will continue to be inspired by Walt Disney’s life and legacy by supporting the museum’s unique galleries, special exhibitions, public programs, and educational efforts.
The Walt Disney Family Museum is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization, and donations are fully tax deductible. The museum’s EIN is 46-4118590. For more information about making a contribution, please call 415.345.6829.
On November 16, 2023, Pawsibilities Unleashed: A Pet Portrait Exhibition debuted in The Walt Disney Family Museum’s Theater and Lower Lobby Galleries. Presented concurrently with our special exhibition, Disney Cats & Dogs, this unique collection of artworks features portraits by local Bay Area and Disney-related artists, showcasing the profound impact animal companions have on their creative expression. The talented staff at The Walt Disney Family Museum was asked to contribute artwork that...
Wander down the path of adaptations and stitch together the symbolism of sewing in animation and how often this craft has been represented throughout the history of filmmaking. Then, using traditional animation techniques, animate your very own tailor hard at work!
The Walt Disney Family Museum is pleased to announce Pawsibilities Unleashed: A Pet Portrait Exhibition. Presented concurrently with our special exhibition, Disney Cats & Dogs, this unique collection of artworks will feature portraits by local Bay Area and Disney-related artists, showcasing the...
In celebration of our latest special exhibition, Disney Cats & Dogs, we are partnering with the San Francisco SPCA to bring furry friends from their Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) program. Representatives from AAT will be sharing how the program facilitates communication and healing by sharing the...
Join us for a special screening of The Inventor (2023)—a stop-motion journey through Leonardo da Vinci's curious mind and groundbreaking inventions—written and directed by Jim Capobianco, known for his Academy Award®-nominated story work on Disney and Pixar’s Ratatouille (2007). Following the...