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Hail to the Chief: Ward Kimball and the Firehouse Five Plus Two
Posted on Wed, 02/11/2015 - 14:00

In recognition of Ward Kimball's centennial year, we're spending Wednesdays with Ward until his next birthday on March 4. In this article, we take a look at a band that existed for 22 years: the Firehouse Five Plus Two!

Animated Contrarian: Celebrating Ward Kimball's Centennial Year
Posted on Wed, 02/18/2015 - 11:00
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.
Wednesdays with Ward: Looking Back
Posted on Wed, 03/04/2015 - 15:00

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.

Ward Kimball the Artist
Posted on Wed, 02/25/2015 - 09:30
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
May 9, 1954
Posted on Sat, 05/09/2015 - 10:00

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.

Celebrating Burny Mattinson
Posted on Wed, 05/13/2015 - 10:30

On Burny Mattinson's 80th birthday today, we take a look back at his 63 years of service at The Walt Disney Studios.

Father's Day Gift Guide
Posted on Mon, 06/01/2015 - 17:00

Still looking for that perfect Father's Day gift? Visit The Walt Disney Family Museum's online store for special, charming, and exclusive items that'll make this special day an unforgettable one. For your convenience, we've hand-curated a list of gift ideas for that special father in your life. Happy shopping!

Mine Train Through Nature's Wonderland
Posted on Fri, 06/12/2015 - 10:00

Formerly Rainbow Caverns Mine Train from 1956 to 1959, Mine Train Through Nature's Wonderland opened 55 years ago on May 28, 1960 in Disneyland's Frontierland.

Walt Disney's Tom Sawyer Island
Posted on Tue, 06/16/2015 - 12:00

On this date in 1956, Tom Sawyer Island opened at Disneyland. In celebration of this occasion, we'd like to share this excerpt from Disney author and historian Jim Korkis' book The Revised Vault of Walt.

Who Killed Cock Robin? at 80: An Appreciation
Posted on Mon, 06/29/2015 - 16:30

Who Killed Cock Robin?, one of Walt Disney's most unique and iconic Silly Symphonies, is celebrating its 80th anniversary! Let's take a look into the history of this classic animated short...

1955: Fourth of July at Disneyland!
Posted on Sat, 07/04/2015 - 12:00

Take an inside look at the employee party held at Disneyland—two weeks before Opening Day—on the Fourth of July in 1955. Featuring a new interview with Alan Coats, son of Disney legend Claude Coats!

Disneyland Day: July 15, 1955
Posted on Wed, 07/15/2015 - 14:00
Presented to Walt Disney from the Los Angeles City Council, this certificate—comprised of water color and ink—proclaims July 15, 1955 as "Disneyland Day." Hear our friend—and celebrated voice actor—Bill Rogers read a selection from the certificate’s dedication.
Program Recap: The Making of Hullabaloo
Posted on Thu, 07/23/2015 - 12:00

Check out the highlights and recap of a program at The Walt Disney Family Museum, featuring a discussion with James Lopez about the making of Hullabaloo, his latest animated project.

American Experience: Walt Disney
Posted on Wed, 09/16/2015 - 12:00

WGBH’s American Experience: Walt Disney, which aired on PBS this week, was created independently of The Walt Disney Family Museum. Here are our thoughts on the program.