A Visitor's Guide to The Walt Disney Family Museum

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A VISITOR'S GUIDE TO THE WALT DISNEY FAMILY MUSEUM

Discover innovations in entertainment and animation history through the remarkable life story of Walt Disney. Founded in 2009 by Diane Disney Miller, The Walt Disney Family Museum strives to preserve the life and legacy of her father. There are 15 interactive galleries that contain state-of-the-art exhibits narrated in Walt’s own voice, plus include a plethora of artifacts such as early drawings, cartoons, films, model of Disneyland, and much more. The museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is not affiliated with Disney Enterprises, Inc. or any of its subsidiaries.


MUSEUM GALLERIES


SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS


ADMISSION TICKET PRICES


MEMBERSHIP


LOCATION & HOURS


TRANSPORTATION & PARKING


THEATER


GUEST AMENITIES


TOURS AND SCHOOL EXPERIENCES


ADDITIONAL DISNEY EXPERIENCES IN SAN FRANCISCO


FAQ'S

 

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Museum Galleries

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Lobby
Gallery 1A - Early Beginnings
Gallery 1B
Gallery 2A - The Move to Hollywood
Gallery 2B
Gallery 3 - Exploring New Horizons
Gallery 4 - The Transition into Features
Gallery 5 - New Success and Greater Ambitions
Gallery 6 - Patriotic Contributions
Gallery 7A - Postwar Rebuilding
Gallery 7B
Gallery 8 - Walt and the Natural World
Gallery 9 - Disneyland and Beyond
Gallery 10 - Remembering Walt Disney
Lower Lobby

 

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SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS

Awakening Beauty: The Art of Eyvind Earle at the Diane Disney Miller Exhibition Hall

This original retrospective showcases the life and work of Eyvind Earle. Earle is best known as the lead stylist for Walt Disney’s classic feature Sleeping Beauty (1959). Beyond his work at The Disney Studios, Earle’s distinctive interpretation of iconic American landscapes as a fine artist and printmaker continues to impact and inspire generations of artists and designers.

Co-curated by Ioan Szasz, CEO of Eyvind Earle Publishing, and Michael Labrie, Director of Collections and Exhibitions for the Walt Disney Family Foundation and The Walt Disney Family Museum, the artist’s first-ever comprehensive museum retrospective will feature more than 250 works, including intricate thumbnail concept paintings for Lady and the Tramp and evocative large-scale concept artworks for Sleeping Beauty. Alongside Earle’s work for The Walt Disney Studios is an extensive showcase of his fine art, including elaborate and lush landscapes, unique scratchboards, rare examples of sculpture, companion poetry, and commercial illustrations. (waltdisney.org).

Awakening Beauty: The Art of Eyvind Earle is on view in the Diane Disney Miller Exhibition Hall [122 Riley Avenue] from May 18, 2017 through January 8, 2018.

 

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ADMISSION TICKET PRICES* [As of May 2017. *Prices subject to change.]

Tickets may be purchased on the day of your visit from the ticket desk at The Walt Disney Family Museum or pre-purchased online.

Choose from one of the three options below:

1. Core Galleries at The Walt Disney Family Museum
Adults - $25
Seniors (ages 65+) - $20
Students (college or higher education with ID) - $20
Youth (ages 6 - 17) - $15
Children (ages 5 and under) - FREE
Military (active and retired; spouses and dependents with ID) - FREE

2. Awakening Beauty: The Art of Eyvind Earle Special Exhibit at the Diane Disney Miller Exhibition Hall
Adults - $15
Seniors (ages 65+) - $15
Students (college or higher education with ID) - $15
Youth (ages 6 - 17) - $15
Children (ages 5 and under) - FREE

3. Combination Ticket of the Core Galleries at The Walt Disney Family Museum AND Awakening Beauty: The Art of Eyvind Earle Special Exhibit at the Diane Disney Miller Exhibition Hall
Adults - $35
Seniors (ages 65+) - $30
Students (college or higher education with ID) - $30
Youth (ages 6 - 17) - $15
Children (ages 5 and under) - FREE

 

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MEMBERSHIP* [As of May 2017. *Prices subject to change.]

Are you interested in preserving the legacy of Walt Disney or supporting the museum? Do you think you will visit more than once a year? Become a member today!

Senior (65+)/Student (college or higher education)/Educator (California only) - $75

• Unlimited free general admission to permanent collection and select special exhibitions for one member with personalized membership card

• Two film vouchers for tickets to regular screenings for member and/or guest (member need not be present, space is limited)

• Two VIP tickets for guest admission to permanent collection and select special exhibitions (member need not be present)

• Discounts on additional guest tickets

• Invitations to members only events, including complimentary advance access to exhibitions for member and a guest

• Access to member pre-sale tickets and discounts for ticketed programs, talks, classes and workshops, and special screenings

• 10 percent discount in Museum Store

• Reciprocal membership benefits at hundreds of participating museums in Time Travelers

• Free subscription to the members magazine and e-news

This membership fee is not tax-deductible.

Individual - $100

• Unlimited free general admission to permanent collection and select special exhibitions for one member with personalized membership card

• Four film vouchers for tickets to regular screenings for member and/or guest (member need not be present, space is limited)

• Two VIP tickets for guest admission to permanent collection and special exhibitions (member need not be present)

• Discounts on additional guest tickets

• Invitations to members only events, including complimentary advance access to exhibitions for member and a guest

• Access to member pre-sale tickets and discounts for ticketed programs, talks, classes and workshops, and special screenings

• 10 percent discount in Museum Store

• Reciprocal membership benefits at hundreds of participating museums in Time Travelers

• Free subscription to the members magazine and e-news

$18 is tax-deductible ($100, less value of goods and services received: $62 guest VIP tickets + $20 film tickets)

Dual - $190

• Unlimited free general admission to permanent collection and select special exhibitions for two members with personalized membership cards

• Unlimited free admission for one guest to permanent collection and select special exhibitions (must be accompanied by card holding member)

• Four film vouchers for tickets to regular screenings for member and/or guest (member need not be present, space is limited)

• Two VIP tickets for guest admission to permanent collection and special exhibitions (member need not be present)

• Discounts on additional guest tickets

• Invitations to members only events, including complimentary advance access to exhibitions for member and a guest

• Access to member pre-sale tickets and discounts for ticketed programs, talks, classes and workshops, and special screenings

• 10 percent discount in Museum Store

• Reciprocal membership benefits at hundreds of museums participating in Time Travelers

• Reciprocal membership benefits at hundreds of museums in North America participating in NARM and ROAM

• Free subscription to the members magazine and e-news

$108 is tax-deductible ($190 less the value of goods and services received: $62 guest VIP tickets + $20 film tickets)

Family - $245

• Unlimited free general admission to permanent collection and select special exhibitions for four members with personalized membership cards

• Unlimited free admission for one guest (must be accompanied by a card holding member)

• Eight film vouchers for tickets to regular screenings for member and/or guest (member need not be present, space is limited)

• Two VIP tickets for guest admission to permanent collection and special exhibitions (member need not be present)

• Discounts on additional guest tickets

• Invitations to members only events, including complimentary advance access to exhibitions for member and a guest

• Access to member pre-sale tickets and discounts for ticketed programs, talks, classes and workshops, and special screenings

• 10 percent discount in Museum Store

• Reciprocal membership benefits at hundreds of museums participating in Time Travelers

• Reciprocal membership benefits at hundreds of museums in North America participating in NARM and ROAM

• Free subscription to the members magazine and e-news

$143 is tax-deductible ($245 less the value of goods and services received: $62 VIP tickets + $40 film vouchers)

Friend - $500

• Unlimited free general admission to permanent collection, regular film screenings, and select special exhibitions for two members with personalized membership cards

• Unlimited free admission for two guests to permanent collection, regular film screenings, and select special exhibitions (must be accompanied by a card holding member)

• Four VIP tickets for guest admission to permanent collection and special exhibitions (member need not be present)

• Four film vouchers for tickets to regular screenings for guests (member need not be present, space is limited)

• Discounts on additional guest tickets

• Invitations to special Friend-level and above member and donor events including VIP Preview events for select exhibitions. Also receive invitations for all members-only programs and activities.

• Access to tiered member pre-sale tickets and discounts for ticketed programs, talks, classes and workshops, and special screenings

• Concierge assistance from dedicated membership staff

• 15 percent discount in Museum Store

• Reciprocal membership benefits at hundreds of museums participating in Time Travelers

• Reciprocal membership benefits at hundreds of museums in North America participating in NARM and ROAM

• Free subscription to the members magazine and enews

• Free membership premium gift chosen from select merchandise and publications

$331 is tax-deductible ($500 less the value of goods and services received: $124 VIP tickets + $20 film vouchers, $25 membership premium)

Supporter - $1,250

• Unlimited free general admission to permanent collection, regular film screenings, and select special exhibitions for two members with personalized membership cards

• Unlimited free admission for two guests to permanent collection, regular film screenings, and select special exhibitions (must be accompanied by a card holding member)

• Four VIP tickets for guest admission to permanent collection and special exhibitions (member need not be present)

• Four film vouchers for tickets to regular screenings for guests (member need not be present, space is limited)

• Discounts on additional guest tickets

• Invitations to special Supporter-level and above member and donor events including VIP preview events for select exhibitions. Also, receive invitations for all members only programs and activities.

• Priority access to tiered member pre-sale tickets and discounts for ticketed programs, talks, classes and workshops, and special screenings

• Concierge assistance from dedicated membership staff

• Advance access to sponsor gala seats at Supporter-level tier

• 15 percent discount in Museum Store

• Reciprocal membership benefits at hundreds of museums participating in Time Travelers

• Reciprocal membership benefits at hundreds of museums in North America participating in NARM and ROAM

• Free subscription to the members magazine and enews

• Recognition in donor and member lists

• Free membership premium gift chosen from select merchandise and publications

$1,081 is tax-deductible ($1,250 less the value of goods and services received: $124 VIP tickets + $20 film vouchers, $25 membership premium)

 

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LOCATION & HOURS


LOCATION

The Walt Disney Family Museum
104 Montgomery Street in The Presidio
San Francisco, CA 94129



HOURS

Sunday – 10:00am to 6:00pm

Monday – 10:00am to 6:00pm

Tuesday – CLOSED

Wednesday – 10:00am to 6:00pm

Thursday – 10:00am to 6:00pm

Friday – 10:00am to 6:00pm

Saturday – 10:00am to 6:00pm

[Also CLOSED on January 1st, Thanksgiving Day, and December 25th.]

 

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Transportation & Parking

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Transportation

Parking
There are two parking lots located near the museum. One in the front of 104 Montgomery Street and another behind 122 Riley Avenue. There is also street parking directly in front of the main museum. All parking is metered and monitored by The Presidio.

 

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THEATER


THEATER

The 114 seat Fantasia-themed theater is located in the Lower Level of the museum. Movies change monthly and showcase a variety of animated and live action Walt-era films.

*$5 for members or with general admission;
*$10 adults | $8 student and youth without museum admission.

*Prices subject to change.

June 2017

Summer Magic
"With the enchanting comedic talents of Hayley Mills and Burl Ives, and the musical genius of the Sherman Brothers, Summer Magic is the perfect way to kick off the season! In this 1963 classic, we follow the charming misadventures of the Carey family as they struggle to recover from the loss of their father. When finances are low, the family decides to leave the creature comforts of Boston for the countryside charm of Beulah, Maine. Spoiled by the kindly caretaker of their new home, the family must keep their residence a secret from its unwitting owner, the ever-mysterious Mr. Hamilton. When Mr. Hamilton returns home, will the jig be up for the Careys? Find out in this surprising summer splash!

This screening is presented in conjunction with a new rotation of 1960s posters in the lower lobby, celebrating the 50th anniversary of San Francisco’s Summer of Love." (waltdisney.org)

Date and Time: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays at 1:00pm
Runtime: 1hour 50min

Sleeping Beauty
"From the enchanting composition of Pyotr Tchaikovsky, to the exquisite artistry of Eyvind Earle, Sleeping Beauty remains a feast for the eyes and Walt Disney’s most lavish animated film to date. In this 1959 classic masterpiece, Princess Aurora falls under Maleficent’s evil curse. The three good fairies spare Aurora from death and see that she remains asleep until her true love, Prince Phillip, can wake the sleeping beauty. Come join us and see if love’s first kiss can break the spell!

This screening is presented in conjunction with Awaking Beauty: The Art of Eyvind Earle, presented in the Diane Disney Miller Exhibition Hall, open May 18, 2017 through January 8, 2018." (waltdisney.org)

Date and Time: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays at 3:00pm
Runtime: 1hr 16min
There is no screening on June 7.

July 2017

Aladdin
"Born into poverty but desiring greatness, a lucky “street rat” named Aladdin discovers a magic lamp that changes his path, with the help of the lovable genie who grants him three wishes. But first, he must defeat the evil royal vizier Jafar, beautifully animated by Disney Legend Andreas Deja. Don’t miss out on the chance to see original animation sketches of Jafar in our special exhibition Deja View: The Art of Andreas Deja, on display now in our theater gallery." (waltdisney.org)

Date and Time: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays at 1:00pm
Runtime: 1hr 31min

American Heroes
"To celebrate Independence Day, come enjoy a compilation of animated Disney shorts honoring the American heroes—some real and some imagined—who helped inspire a young nation seeking freedom and liberty. Join John Henry, Johnny Appleseed, Paul Bunyan, The Brave Engineer, and Pecos Bill on their quests and adventures across this great nation." (waltdisney.org)

Date and Time: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays at 3:00pm;
Saturdays at 4:00pm
Runtime: TBD

August 2017
The Lion King
Bambi

September 2017
Swiss Family Robinson
Eyvind Earle Shorts

October 2017
TBD

November 2017
TBD

December 2017
TBD

 

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Guest Amenities

COMING SOON


CAFE

MUSEUM STORE
Coat Check
Audio-Translation Guides
Wheelchairs
Closed-Captioning Cards
Strollers
Changing Tables

 

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Tours & School Experiences

COMING SOON

 

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Additional Disney Experiences in San Francisco

Disney Store
Shop at the 2nd largest Disney Store in the United States, located in downtown Union Square.

LucasFilm
Visit the campus at the Letterman Digital and New Media Arts Center in the Presidio of San Francisco.

Silverado Vineyards
The Disney family winery in beautiful Napa Valley. Open to the public for tastings and tours.

Adventures by Disney
4 day, 3 night tour of San Francisco.

Disney Cruise Line
Shore excursions to San Francisco on select California Coast cruises.

 

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FAQ'S

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Is The Walt Disney Family Museum affiliated with The Walt Disney Company or Disney Enterprises, Inc.?

Why is The Walt Disney Family Museum located in San Francisco?
The museum's founder, Diane Disney Miller (Walt's daughter), lived in Napa, California. She wanted the museum to be close to her family and differentiate the idea of Walt the man from Walt the Company.

What is The Presidio?

Why do you charge an entrance fee to the museum?

Is photography allowed inside the galleries?

Will my Disneyland Annual Pass grant any discounts?