In conjunction with our current special exhibition, Directing at Disney, we are excited to present an in-depth conversation with Academy Award®, BAFTA®, and Golden Globe®-winning director Brenda Chapman. After beginning her career as a story artist at Walt Disney Animation Studios in 1987 and...
2.5 hour experience
Available Saturdays and Sundays, 10am–5pm | Maximum of 20 guests
Included in the $900 venue rental fee:
Private use of theater, Theater Gallery, and large area of front porch
Exclusive film screening of a Disney classic
Custom-themed party favor (subject to additional charge)
Tours and scavenger hunts are available for an additional fee.
2 hour experience
Maximum of 20 guests
Included in the $900 package:
Admission to main museum galleries
Two certified Storyteller tour guides
Everyone’s a Storyteller Workshop: Discover communication, inspiration, and effective storytelling. In this whimsical workshop, hear from our certified guides about the techniques we have developed directly from Walt’s body of work.
Scavenger Hunt: Take a deeper look at our objects with a fast-paced Scavenger Hunt of the main museum galleries. In addition to finding our most popular artifacts, you and your team will have an opportunity to get creative and make your own magical memories! Recommended for ages 8 and up.
Can be booked in conjunction with a theater rental or as its own experience.
To book your celebration or for more information, please email [email protected].
Walt Disney was a master of storytelling and knew the importance it brought to each of his films. In this six-week class, students will master the fundamentals of storyboarding by learning how to communicate visually and clearly transcribe scripts to boards. Using film studies and techniques such as...
Walt Disney was a master of storytelling and knew the importance it brought to each of his films. In this six-week class, students will master the fundamentals of storyboarding by learning how to communicate visually and clearly transcribe scripts to boards. Using film studies and techniques such as...
Successful animators have a comprehensive understanding of basic animation techniques and principles. This eight-week course focuses on one of these concepts each class by working traditionally with pencil and paper. Budding animators develop a strong foundation, continue to build their knowledge of...
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Join us this Women's History Month for a discussion of Groundbreaking Magic: A Black Woman’s Journey Through The Happiest Place on Earth with authors Martha Blanding and Tim O’Day. Groundbreaking Magic tells the story of how Blanding became the first Black tour guide at Disneyland in 1971 and went...
In conjunction with our current special exhibition, Directing at Disney, the sons of Disney Legend and influential director and artist Wolfgang “Woolie” Reitherman will be joining us for an exclusive talk about their father’s work, legacy, and lasting impact, along with their own involvement in the...
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Join author and self-proclaimed Disney fanatic Sunny Chanel for an in-depth discussion of her new book, Bring the Magic Home: An Exploration of Design Inspired by Disney Parks—published by Disney Editions. In this book, Chanel explores the immersive environments that contribute to making Disney...
Join us for an exclusive chat with Pixar Animation Studios' Roger Gould and Krista Sheffler as they discuss their work as part of Pixar’s Theme Parks group collaborating closely with Walt Disney Imagineering to seamlessly incorporate elements of beloved Pixar films into Disney Parks and Resorts...
In this fun and hands-on session, learn how to make your drawings truly come to life and put your creativity in the spotlight! Join us in our Art Studio where you can enjoy evening cocktails and follow along as our Education staff teaches you step-by-step how to paint whimsical flowers.
In this fun and hands-on session, learn how to make your drawings truly come to life and put your creativity in the spotlight! Join us in our Art Studio where you can enjoy evening cocktails and follow along as our Education staff teaches you step-by-step how to draw fun rubber hose characters.
Join us for a special screening of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ highly anticipated sequel, Moana 2 (2024), followed by a panel discussion with the film’s directors David Derrick, Jr. and Jason Hand and the film’s producers Yvett Merino and Christina Chen.
In the history of The Walt Disney Studios, animator Fred Moore (1911–1952) is considered among the leading artists who helped originate and define the Disney style, matching appealing design with believable performance. In particular, Moore was instrumental in the evolution of Mickey Mouse as an animated character, and his legacy with the Disney icon’s appearance remains evident today.
Join us at The Walt Disney Family Museum as we once again celebrate The Big Draw, the world’s largest drawing festival, on Saturday, January 18, 2025! For this free family event, we will explore the theme of “Art in Motion” with a variety of interactive activities and drawing delights. Visit our...
You do not want to miss this incredible adventure at this Pop-Up Studio! Grab your gear and roll up your sleeves as we look into the wacky yet wonderful world of claymation. We will learn how this extraordinary technique of filmmaking was led by filmmaker Will Vinton and persevered into 21st century...