The Walt Disney Family Museum

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Awaking Beauty: The Art of Eyvind Earle

Around 200 works by Eyvind Earle, the color stylist behind Sleeping Beauty's jewel-toned look, from his Disney years to his fine art, with newly acquired pieces.

Now showing23 Oct – 18 Apr 2027$15

Permanent Collections

The Permanent Galleries: Walt Disney's Life

Ten galleries follow Walt from childhood to 1966: the earliest Mickey Mouse drawings, the Schultheis effects notebook, a multiplane camera and a Steamboat Willie sound station.

Permanent collection$30

The Lilly Belle and the Disneyland of Walt's Imagination

Gallery 9's two-story finale: the one-eighth-scale Lilly Belle locomotive from Walt's backyard railroad and a 14-foot model of the Disneyland he dreamed up.

Permanent collection$30

Awards Lobby: Walt's Oscars

Hundreds of Walt's awards, among them the honorary Snow White Oscar with its seven miniature statuettes, part of the largest Oscar collection outside Hollywood.

Permanent collection$30

Visitor Information

How much does The Walt Disney Family Museum cost?

Standard adult admission to The Walt Disney Family Museum is $30. Seniors 65+ and students $20, youth 6-17 $15; free for children 5 and under, members and US military. Some special exhibitions carry a separate charge.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of The Walt Disney Family Museum?

The Walt Disney Family Museum is open Thursday-Sunday 10:00-17:30 (last entry 16:30); closed Monday-Wednesday. Closed Thanksgiving (26 November 2026), 25 December and 1 January; closes at 16:00 (last entry 15:00) on 24 and 31 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is The Walt Disney Family Museum?

The Walt Disney Family Museum is located at 104 Montgomery Street, The Presidio, San Francisco, CA 94129, in the The Presidio area of San Francisco. The nearest stations are Presidio Transit Center (Muni 43, PresidiGo shuttle), Lyon St & Greenwich St (Muni 45) and Richardson Ave & Francisco St (Muni 28, Golden Gate Transit).

What can I see at The Walt Disney Family Museum?

Walt Disney's life told by his family: the earliest Mickey sketches, a wall of Oscars and a 14-foot Disneyland model. Current highlights include Awaking Beauty: The Art of Eyvind Earle, The Permanent Galleries: Walt Disney's Life and The Lilly Belle and the Disneyland of Walt's Imagination.

Do I need to book The Walt Disney Family Museum in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit The Walt Disney Family Museum?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.