Famously used by the Fairy Godmother and Tinker Bell, magical wands are a staple of Disney’s fantasy storytelling. With the wave of a wand, Fairy Godmothers-in-Training transform young guests at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. Join us as we explore how wands have been used throughout Disney Parks, Resorts...
With 225 Audio-Animatronics® birds, flowers, and tiki figures performing memorable songs, Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room evokes a Polynesian paradise. Join us in this workshop as we examine the history of the attraction and famous animated tropical bird characters, then design and sculpt a three...
When a young Dina Babbitt—then Dina Gottliebová—arrived at the Auschwitz concentration camp during World War II, she was petrified but determined to protect herself and her mother from the wrath of the Nazis. She used her artistic talents to paint a mural of one of her favorite films, Snow White and...
Join as we examine the history of Magic Kingdom’s beloved Haunted Mansion attraction, its many ghostly inhabitants, and other famous spirits within the animated world. Then using 2D hand-drawn animation, create your own levitating ghost.
Join as we examine the history of Magic Kingdom’s beloved Haunted Mansion attraction, its many ghostly inhabitants, and other famous spirits within the animated world. Then using 2D hand-drawn animation, create your own levitating ghost.
Join us as we explore the history of this spooky attraction and other famous ghostly locations in animation. Using drawing fundamentals, size and scale, and aesthetic themes, try your hand at designing your own terrifying and eccentric hotel.
“Be our guest” and join us as we venture into the creation of fabricated foods. Using felt and other materials, create your very own sweet treat fit for the month of October.
Join us as we explore design, shape, tone, and unique flair, and create your very own spooky wallpaper.
Join us as we take a closer look at the history of gargoyles and gothic designs. Using shapes, style, and your own imagination, craft your own eerie beast.
Join us as we explore the history of sculptures and puppetry as you create your very own ghostly, singing character.
Join us for the long-awaited, in-person celebration of our newest special exhibition, The Walt Disney Studios and World War II, as Exhibition Curator Kent Ramsey gives an in-depth talk about this lesser known, yet crucial, time period at The Walt Disney Studios and shares the wealth of knowledge he...
Sun, Sep 12 | 11am PT
Virtual Replay (does not include book):
Sat, Sep 18 at 10am PT–Sun Sep 19 at midnight PT
Join us for an intimate talk between beloved actress and Disney Legend Hayley Mills and Director of the Walt Disney Archives Rebecca Cline as they explore Mills' new memoir—Forever Young—describing the start of her career as a child actress, memories from iconic lead roles in classic Disney films...
FIRST PROGRAM SOLD OUT: Sat, Oct 9 | 11am
SECOND PROGRAM SOLD OUT: Sat, Oct 9 | 2pm
Virtual Replay:
Sat, Oct 16 at 10am PT–Sun, Oct 17 at midnight PT
In celebration of the premiere of Muppets Haunted Mansion on Disney+, join Muppet Performers Dave Goelz and Bill Barretta—the hands and voices behind The Great Gonzo and Pepe the King Prawn—as they share insight into their experiences working with Jim Henson and the Muppets, discuss their favorite...
In this very special Storytime event, Santa J. Claus makes a summer vacation stop to celebrate Christmas in July. Join us as Santa reads one of his favorite stories, The Feast of Cheer, and discusses how Walt's great imagination and wonderful characters inspired him to provide Disney toys and magic...
Virtual Replay: Sat, Aug 21 at 10am PT–
Sun, Aug 22 at midnight PT
Join Archivist Madlyn Moskowitz, guardian and steward of Lucasfilm’s collection of screen-used Star Wars props, costumes, and related ephemera, for a special presentation about her duties and responsibilities ranging from cleaning, storage, and transportation to consultation for replica makers and...
Pixar Animation Studios is committed to ensuring that talented individuals find access, opportunity, and belonging as issues of diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion continue to be spotlighted and given greater voice. Join us as Pixar Layout Lead Andrea Goh and Editorial Coordinator Jake...
How different might your life be if you ended up with your childhood dream job? Disney Legend Andreas Deja does not have to wonder. He decided at age 10 that he wanted to be a Disney animator, and by age 20, he had achieved his dream. Join us for an interview with Deja as he discusses his decades...
Join us as we delve into the captivating art of dance and how to translate it into animation, then explore how swooping lines and simple drawings capture the illusion of a performer using exquisite dance moves across the screen.
Join us as we delve into the captivating art of dance and how to translate it into animation, then explore how swooping lines and simple drawings capture the illusion of a performer using exquisite dance moves across the screen.
Join us as we take a look at how performers execute daring moves in classic live-action and animated films. Then through 2D hand-drawn animation, animate a character courageously leaping out of a window.