Join us in celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride Month this June with a month-long screening of Howard (2018), a documentary about Disney Legend, producer, and lyricist Howard Ashman, whose work included penning beloved songs for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ The Little Mermaid (1988), Beauty and the Beast ...
Stop-motion animation dates back to the 19th century and has left a long-lasting impact on the world of cinema. Over the years, artists and animators have utilized stop-motion in various ways, from experimental shorts to feature-length film. As we dive into the history of this art form, see examples...
It’s sure to be “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” in this Pop-Up Studio! For 60 years, Mary Poppins (1964) has melted our hearts with memorable characters, musical moments, and new technology that allowed for the suspension of disbelief within scenes such as the airborne carousel horses. Join us...
Hang on tight for the “wildest ride in the wilderness!” During this western-themed workshop, we will celebrate the 45th anniversary of Disneyland’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and look at the making of this beloved attraction. Mine your way through animation history as we uncover how animators...
This Studio Series is sure to be “practically perfect in every way”! Fly a (metaphorical) kite with us as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of Mary Poppins (1964). We will explore this classic’s use of matte paintings and the optical printer that brought many of our favorite scenes to life. Then...
This Studio Series is sure to be “practically perfect in every way”! Fly a (metaphorical) kite with us as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of Mary Poppins (1964). We will explore this classic’s use of matte paintings and the optical printer that brought many of our favorite scenes to life. Then...
This Studio Series is sure to be “practically perfect in every way”! Fly a (metaphorical) kite with us as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of Mary Poppins (1964). We will explore this classic’s use of matte paintings and the optical printer that brought many of our favorite scenes to life. Then...
This Studio Series is sure to be “practically perfect in every way”! Fly a (metaphorical) kite with us as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of Mary Poppins (1964). We will explore this classic’s use of matte paintings and the optical printer that brought many of our favorite scenes to life. Then...
Make a splash at this Studio Series! From hand-drawn techniques in Walt Disney’s Pinocchio (1940) to 3D innovations in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen 2 (2019), join us as we dive into how water has made waves in various forms throughout animation history and discover the evolution of and...
Join us in celebrating the closing of Disney Cats & Dogs with a screening of the classic animated feature One Hundred and One Dalmatians (1961). In addition to the titular Dalmatians, you can “spot” how various other breeds are represented in the beloved dog-centric film.
Film screenings are...
Join us on Saturday, June 8 for a Member Morning! We are pleased to invite our members to enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries on the porch from 10 to 11am with extra special opportunity to meet and chat with John Morris, the voice of Andy in the Toy Story films. Please note: There will be no...
The Walt Disney Family Museum is saddened to learn of the passing of Disney Legend Richard Sherman. Much like the lyrics to his many iconic songs, Richard Sherman’s legacy will never be forgotten.
Make a splash at this Studio Series! From hand-drawn techniques in Walt Disney’s Pinocchio (1940) to 3D innovations in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen 2 (2019), join us as we dive into how water has made waves in various forms throughout animation history and discover the evolution of and...
“Hakuna Matata” is the motto in this workshop! Join us in this Studio Series as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Disney’s The Lion King (1994). Take a look behind the scenes of this beloved and acclaimed production and learn how reference material is pivotal to the process of animation. After...
The Walt Disney Family Museum presents an inspirational journey through the life of Walter Elias Disney. Our mission is two-fold: to inform present and future generations about the man and, through his story, to inspire them to heed their imagination and persevere in pursuing their goals.
Visiting the world famous Golden Gate Bridge is a unique experience for everyone. Whether you hike, walk, bike, shop, take a guided tour, or just sit back and take it all in, there is something for everyone.
Nature, picnic sites, a playground, food vendors, and free family fun—in one easy-to-access spot.
Located on the Main Post next to Presidio Transit Center and Presidio Tunnel Tops, Presidio Visitor Center offers interactive exhibits, maps, and quality gifts, gear, and mementos.
Come plan your day with a park ranger, then hop on a trail or the free Presidio GO Shuttle to begin your adventure.
Celebrate the closing of our special exhibition, Disney Cats & Dogs, with a very special Community Day event at The Walt Disney Family Museum. Join us—along with local, pet-focused organizations—for an opportunity to learn about pet care, sample pet products, create pet-inspired art, and meet...
Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Self (2024)—a Pixar SparkShorts film about a wooden doll whose wish upon a star leads her down a path of self-discovery—with the film’s Director Searit Huluf and Producer Eric Rosales.
Walt collected, crafted, and curated a breadth of miniatures, including ceramics, glassware, silver cutlery, paper books and magazines, wooden furniture, musical instruments, dolls, faux fruits, candelabras, checkers and playing cards, and working firearms. This vase—which stands at just one-and-a-quarter inches tall—is finely crafted of porcelain, enamel, and gilding. Some of the hand-painted brushstrokes are the width of a human hair. This is part of a set of miniature porcelain vessels by the same artist, each with a different shape and design.
These early concept drawings show Walt’s thinking as he developed ideas for this utopian planned community. Three were composed on yellow legal pad paper, perhaps during discussions about the EPCOT development. The other was drawn on both sides of a paper napkin. They were found—crumpled in the trash—by Walt’s gardener, who stored them in a safe deposit box for many years. The museum acquired the drawings in 2011 from the gardener’s son.
Join us this May for a special month-long screening of the Academy Award®-winning animated feature Big Hero 6 (2014). Based on the popular Marvel comic book series, this is the story of a teenage robotics prodigy and Baymax, a healthcare robot, who team up with a group of first-time crime fighters...