LOCATION + PHONE
104 Montgomery Street, in the Presidio
San Francisco, CA 94129
(415) 345-6800
HOURS
Open Thursday through Sunday, 10 am to 5:30 pm
Last gallery entrance at 4:30 pm
MUSEUM CAFÉ
Open Thursday through Sunday, 11 am to 3 pm
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ADMISSION
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Unless you count the elevator, you won't find any amusement park rides at The Walt Disney Family Museum. But if you're a fan of "Uncle Walt," you'll find plenty of thrills at this popular non-profit museum on the Presidio's Main Post.
Founded by Walt Disney's eldest daughter, the late Diane Disney Miller, The Walt Disney Family Museum opened in 2009 in one of the iconic brick Montgomery Street barracks, built in 1895. Inside, visitors are taken on a meticulously planned journey through Disney's fascinating life. The permanent galleries offer deep insight into his creative risks, failures, and triumphs thanks to personal artifacts belonging to the pioneering animator and his family, including the first-known drawing of a certain mouse.
Among the more impressive objects in the permanent collection is the two-story multi-plane camera, which allowed Disney's 2D animations to come to 3D life in the days before digital animation. Equally grand is "The Happiest Place on Earth," a 13-foot model built to the specs of Walt Disney's original vision of Disneyland.
Films, Exhibitions, and Talks
Disney classics are screened in the museum's Fantasia-themed theatre. Films change monthly and discounted tickets can be added to your museum admission, or purchased separately to just view a screening. The Diane Disney Miller Exhibition Hall, located down a short walk from the main museum in another historic building, features changing exhibits that celebrate Disney's collaborators and contemporaries.
Educational Programs
The museum promotes the artistic legacy of Walt Disney through camps, classes, workshops, and professional mentoring. Their studio programs foster creativity and innovation by providing students with the opportunity to learn, practice, and perfect skills essential to the screen arts.
Budding creative minds can develop their passion and skills in after-school animation workshops (ages 11-18) and summer camps (ages 8-18).
Visit the Museum
The Walt Disney Family Museum is open Thursdays through Sundays, and closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and January 1.
The museum is located just a short walk from the Presidio Transit Center, so you don't need a car to check it out. If you do drive, paid parking is available close by.
Venues for Special Events
The beautiful facilities at The Walt Disney Family Museum are also available for rental for meetings and special events. Learn more about venue rentals at the Walt Disney Family Museum >>
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