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ckquan · 10-03-2009, 12:04 AM

DH, DD (17 months), and I went to the grand opening of the Walt Disney Museum. DD and I were photographed by the press and made it into a variety of news sources such as the Orlando Sentinel. Here's a link.

We were very impressed with all the galleries. They did a great job of detailing Walt's life. I learned that he came from a farming background and how hard he worked to become the legend he is.

Upon entering there is a foyer where you can see several original furniture pieces from Walt's Disneyland apartment as well as his numerous awards. Once in, there are 10 galleries (rooms) that are in chronological order.

When you first enter, you learn about his family history, birth, and early editorial cartoons. An elevator dressed as a train car takes you up to the second floor where you learn about his arrival to Hollywood. After this, you see an impressive wall of Steamboat Willie animation drawings. In this area, there is also an interactive foley demonstration where you add the sound effects to a Mickey Mouse cartoon. The room ends with a case of early Mickey Mouse memorabilia.

The next few areas are dedicated to his animated films, from Silly Symphonies to Peter Pan. In this area, you also learn about his involvement in WWII. You also see an impressive 2-story multiplane camera. Following this is a corridor on True Life Adventures which provides a nice view of the Golden Gate Bridge.

As you turn the corner, on the left is Walt's Carolwood Pacific Lilly Belle train on display. As you turn your head to the right, an impressive and beautiful model of Disneyland is showcased amidst topics such as the 1964 World's Fair, Disney World plans, and Lincoln's original robotic frame.

As this museum is dedicated to the life of Walt Disney, the last room speaks of his passing. The original radio broadcasts announcing his death can be heard. Tributes from other artists of the day are displayed as well. Before I left this room, I had a renewed sense of appreciation and love for all that Walt Disney did.

I highly recommend visiting this museum; I could have spent hours here just digging through all the material.

profdsny · 10-03-2009, 12:10 AM

What a nice picture. And a good article. Thanks for posting. I didn't realize that this was coming. I haven't been to SF for a year or so. Now I have something else to do there next time. Thanks.

XYSRUS · 10-03-2009, 08:51 AM

I can't wait to visit. Thanks for sharing!

wildernesslodgelover · 10-03-2009, 01:15 PM

OMG...your DD is so precious! Just adorable!

Thanks for letting us know...I have some relatives that live outside of San Fran and next time we visit...i will INSIST we visit this museum!

10-03-2009, 12:04 AM	#1
ckquan MouseheadSF Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: San Francisco Posts: 43	Walt Disney Museum - just wanted to share DH, DD (17 months), and I went to the grand opening of the Walt Disney Museum. DD and I were photographed by the press and made it into a variety of news sources such as the Orlando Sentinel. Here's a link. We were very impressed with all the galleries. They did a great job of detailing Walt's life. I learned that he came from a farming background and how hard he worked to become the legend he is. Upon entering there is a foyer where you can see several original furniture pieces from Walt's Disneyland apartment as well as his numerous awards. Once in, there are 10 galleries (rooms) that are in chronological order. When you first enter, you learn about his family history, birth, and early editorial cartoons. An elevator dressed as a train car takes you up to the second floor where you learn about his arrival to Hollywood. After this, you see an impressive wall of Steamboat Willie animation drawings. In this area, there is also an interactive foley demonstration where you add the sound effects to a Mickey Mouse cartoon. The room ends with a case of early Mickey Mouse memorabilia. The next few areas are dedicated to his animated films, from Silly Symphonies to Peter Pan. In this area, you also learn about his involvement in WWII. You also see an impressive 2-story multiplane camera. Following this is a corridor on True Life Adventures which provides a nice view of the Golden Gate Bridge. As you turn the corner, on the left is Walt's Carolwood Pacific Lilly Belle train on display. As you turn your head to the right, an impressive and beautiful model of Disneyland is showcased amidst topics such as the 1964 World's Fair, Disney World plans, and Lincoln's original robotic frame. As this museum is dedicated to the life of Walt Disney, the last room speaks of his passing. The original radio broadcasts announcing his death can be heard. Tributes from other artists of the day are displayed as well. Before I left this room, I had a renewed sense of appreciation and love for all that Walt Disney did. I highly recommend visiting this museum; I could have spent hours here just digging through all the material.

10-03-2009, 08:51 AM	#3
XYSRUS DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,100	I can't wait to visit. Thanks for sharing! __________________ Me DH DS(14) DS(12) DS(8) DS(6)

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10-03-2009, 12:10 AM	#2
profdsny DIS Veteran Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: chicago, ill. usa Posts: 3,436	What a nice picture. And a good article. Thanks for posting. I didn't realize that this was coming. I haven't been to SF for a year or so. Now I have something else to do there next time. Thanks.

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10-03-2009, 01:15 PM	#4
wildernesslodgelover LOTW charter member! Of course if they did start serving alcohol at MK, I would be first in line, but it doesn't rent space in my head or anything Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Plantation Acres, FL Posts: 3,617	OMG...your DD is so precious! Just adorable! Thanks for letting us know...I have some relatives that live outside of San Fran and next time we visit...i will INSIST we visit this museum!