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We went to a wedding in San Francisco in early December. As part of this trip, we visited the Walt Disney Family Museum.
The Walt Disney Family Museum opened in an old building in the Presidio in 2009. The day we could go happened to be the day the museum was celebrating Walt Disney’s birthday. However, his birthday was actually the following day. They were letting people in free, and I had read lines could form. So, just like at WDW, we hit the museum at rope drop. There was already a line when we got there a little past 9:30am with a 10am opening. It wasn’t bad though.
I took some pictures of the beautiful location to kill some time.
I cannot express how great the museum was. Anyone who is even a mild fan of the man would fall in love with the museum. I felt like I was part of their family. After visiting, I understand why my grandpa admired Walt Disney so much. They are both of German ancestry, and Disney basically came from farmers and from nothing to accomplish an everlasting legacy. I think he gave hope to my grandpa, who was young during the Depression. The museum made me cry and laugh. I feel a bit teary as I type this and reminisce.
DH had to leave by 1pm to make it to the wedding rehearsal, since he was the best man. I decided to just stay at the museum. Best decision this month
So, we hit the Dali & Disney exhibit first, since this was a temporary exhibit. It was discounted for his birthday, because it’s usually a separate fee. No pics, even without flash
We have been to the Dali Museum in Figueres, Spain, and to his home in Port Lligat. I liked Dali’s art, but until we had visited his museum and home, I hadn’t really appreciated how extremely talented he was and how amazing his art is. They didn’t emphasize his relationship with Walt Disney in venues in Spain, but this exhibit was all about it. It was really interesting and exciting to see how alike they were. Their work together (yes, Dali worked at the Disney Studios for a time) would have been amazing, but it might just have been too far ahead of its time to become a reality. The exhibit also broadened my exposure to Disney as a man of the world, not just his cartoon empire.
After the Dali exhibit, which is not too large, we headed to the permanent collection. Different parts of his life are exhibited in small galleries. The galleries not only contain written info, but there are displays, (many animated), audio, and some interactive displays. However, I would not recommend it for children. Adults and possibly teens would enjoy it, but it could be tedious and boring for many kids. It starts with his early years and goes up to and beyond his death.
The Early Years (Childhood and Marceline)
The War Years
Hollywood
Wall of Mickeys
Saludos Amigos
Cartoon Making during the War
These were really cool animated displays, like picture frames.
To Be Continued...
The Walt Disney Family Museum opened in an old building in the Presidio in 2009. The day we could go happened to be the day the museum was celebrating Walt Disney’s birthday. However, his birthday was actually the following day. They were letting people in free, and I had read lines could form. So, just like at WDW, we hit the museum at rope drop. There was already a line when we got there a little past 9:30am with a 10am opening. It wasn’t bad though.
I took some pictures of the beautiful location to kill some time.
I cannot express how great the museum was. Anyone who is even a mild fan of the man would fall in love with the museum. I felt like I was part of their family. After visiting, I understand why my grandpa admired Walt Disney so much. They are both of German ancestry, and Disney basically came from farmers and from nothing to accomplish an everlasting legacy. I think he gave hope to my grandpa, who was young during the Depression. The museum made me cry and laugh. I feel a bit teary as I type this and reminisce.
DH had to leave by 1pm to make it to the wedding rehearsal, since he was the best man. I decided to just stay at the museum. Best decision this month
So, we hit the Dali & Disney exhibit first, since this was a temporary exhibit. It was discounted for his birthday, because it’s usually a separate fee. No pics, even without flash We have been to the Dali Museum in Figueres, Spain, and to his home in Port Lligat. I liked Dali’s art, but until we had visited his museum and home, I hadn’t really appreciated how extremely talented he was and how amazing his art is. They didn’t emphasize his relationship with Walt Disney in venues in Spain, but this exhibit was all about it. It was really interesting and exciting to see how alike they were. Their work together (yes, Dali worked at the Disney Studios for a time) would have been amazing, but it might just have been too far ahead of its time to become a reality. The exhibit also broadened my exposure to Disney as a man of the world, not just his cartoon empire.After the Dali exhibit, which is not too large, we headed to the permanent collection. Different parts of his life are exhibited in small galleries. The galleries not only contain written info, but there are displays, (many animated), audio, and some interactive displays. However, I would not recommend it for children. Adults and possibly teens would enjoy it, but it could be tedious and boring for many kids. It starts with his early years and goes up to and beyond his death.
The Early Years (Childhood and Marceline)
The War Years
Hollywood
Wall of Mickeys
Saludos Amigos
Cartoon Making during the War
These were really cool animated displays, like picture frames.
To Be Continued...
