Tag: Walt Disney Family Museum
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Walt Disney Family Museum Closed Due to COVID-19
The Walt Disney Family Museum is currently closed due to concerns about the spread of COVID-19 in the area. The news comes after the museum originally closed down for the weekend. However, the museum will now be closed for two weeks from the original closure of March 6th or when medical professionals say it is…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum Presents The Walt Disney Studios and World War II
The Walt Disney Studios’ extraordinary involvement in the United States World War II effort to be commemorated in a new special exhibition San Francisco, November 11, 2019—The Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco, California presents The Walt Disney Studios and World War II, a remembrance of The Walt Disney Studios’ extensive contributions to the…
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“Making Walls Talk”: A Look into the Historic Places Disney Fans Can Still Visit Today
D23 Expo is not only an amazing place for the biggest announcements but fans also converge to learn. This week, we took on a panel to learn about some of the historic places that have affected Walt Disney’s life and how we can still visit them today. “Making Walls Talk: Disney Historical Sites and Museums…
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A Special Look at the Walt Disney Family Museum’s Newest Exhibit, Mickey Mouse: From Walt to the World
The Walt Disney Family Museum is anything but a typical museum. Not only is it full of rich, Disney history, but it’s so interactive that you feel part of the creative process and history. It’s a fantastic place for the whole family to visit if you’re visiting San Francisco! Each year, they transform the Diane…
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A Northern California Road Trip | Pixar, Dad Jokes, & More
We have had a truly wonderful weekend! We took a road trip up to Northern California for a Reliv conference and had incredible adventures along the way! On Thursday, we made the long journey from Orange County to San Francisco. Mr. DAPs kept the destination a surprise and took us to Pier 39. We had…
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Remembering Ron Miller
Ron W. Miller, Walt Disney’s son-in-law and the husband of Diane Disney, passed away February 9, 2019, in Napa, California. He was 85. Miller was 21 and a member of the USC Trojans football team when he was introduced to then-20-year-old Diane Disney on a blind date. They were married in Santa Barbara on May…
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Walt Disney’s Son-in-Law and Former Disney CEO Ron W. Miller Dies at 85
Today, Ron William Miller passed away at the age of 85. This is never good news, as it’s always hard to say goodbye to prominent people in our life. We want to take a moment to celebrate the life and legacy he has left behind as well as the impact he had on the Walt…
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Marvel, Movies, and More – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to this week’s edition of DISNEY Reporter! There are several pretty big stories that broke this week in the Disney and geek community. Disney Parks announced new Marvel lands coming to three parks in the coming years. Indiana Jones 5 will begin filming next year. Glen Keane has a new exhibit at the Walt…
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John Lasseter Honored with Diane Disney-Miller Lifetime Achievement Award by Walt Disney Family Museum
The Walt Disney Family Museum had their 3rd annual Gala celebrating the bestowment of the Diane Disney-Miller Lifetime Achievement Award to this year’s recipient, John Lasseter. The special fundraising gala was held at the Golden Gate Club at the Presidio, San Francisco. John Lasseter, Chief Creative Officer at Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios is…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum to Celebrate Walt Disney’s Birthday Next Month
Next month is a special month for many reasons. One day in particular The Walt Disney Family Museum is to celebrate…Walt Disney’s Birthday! Walt’s very own birthday is on December 5. On December 4, the museum will host “A Birthday Celebration for Walt” from 10 a.m. till 6 p.m. In addition, the event is free. In observance…
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"Big Hero 6" Awarded Best Animated Effects in an Animated Production at the Annie Awards
This past weekend, the 42nd Annie Awards were held. This award ceremony is dedicated to high achievements in the animation industry. Throughout the night, the Walt Disney Company received several awards for their excellence in the world of animation. Though the big award of the night went to DreamWorks Animation’s “How to Train Your Dragon 2″…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum Celebrates Five Years
Five years ago today, The Walt Disney Family Museum opened its doors on October 1, 2009. Since then, many have cherished the location for its excellent display of artwork, history and the sharing of Walt Disney’s legacy. On opening day, Diane Disney Miller welcomed guests to the museum, located in San Francisco, California. Since then, the…
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Walt Disney Family Museum Podcast, Episode 1: Diane Disney Miller and Don Hahn
The first podcast from the Walt Disney Family Museum has been released. It includes the final interview with Diane Disney Miller, daughter of Walt Disney and founder of the Walt Disney Family Museum. It also features Disney legend and producer Don Hahn. The interview with Don Hahn is about the holiday film Christmas with Walt,…
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Diane Disney Miller: Through the Eyes of a Photographer
Diane Disney Miller (December 18, 1933-November 19, 2013) Yesterday the Disney community reeled as the news of Diane Disney Miller’s death spread. Diane Disney Miller, the daughter of Walt Disney, was a person known for her kindness, her dedication to the arts, and her dedication to her father’s legacy. To remember her legacy, we thought…
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Remembering Diane
Diane Disney Miller Just two short months ago, I had the honor and privilege of meeting Diane Disney Miller at the Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco. My mom, friend Andrew, and I had gone up for a talk that Marty Sklar was doing. Little did I expect that the day would be truly…
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A Sunday Afternoon Walk Through the Walt Disney Family Museum
Alright, I probably won’t be the first person to have told you this, but if you haven’t been to the Walt Disney Family Museum, you absolutely need to go! While I live in the Bay Area, I’ve only been a couple of times, but there is so much to offer at this gorgeous location. It…