Evolution of a Dream
An all-new gallery experience, “Evolution of a Dream,” opens alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” at the Main Street Opera House in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. on July 17, 2025. On display are images, artifacts and art — some never before seen — that show Disneyland before, during and after Walt’s dream became a reality. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
An all-new gallery experience, “Evolution of a Dream,” opens alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” at the Main Street Opera House in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. on July 17, 2025. A display of Mickey ears through the years pays tribute to the accessory that has become an iconic element of theme park style, and a case of Disney watches offers a glimpse at fashion trends from the past 70 years. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
An all-new gallery experience, “Evolution of a Dream,” opens alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” at the Main Street Opera House in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. on July 17, 2025. On display are images, artifacts and art — some never before seen — that show Disneyland before, during and after Walt’s dream became a reality. Pieces include pencil drawings and other concept artwork featuring preliminary plans for Disneyland. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
An all-new gallery experience, “Evolution of a Dream,” opens alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” at the Main Street Opera House in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. on July 17, 2025. A display of Mickey ears through the years pays tribute to the accessory that has become an iconic element of theme park style, and a case of Disney watches offers a glimpse at fashion trends from the past 70 years. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
Within the lobby of the Main Street Opera House, a special exhibit showcasing the story and history of Audio-Animatronics technology debuts alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. on July 17. 2025. This exhibit features original and replica figures dating back to Walt Disney Imagineering’s earliest development of the technology. Attractions featured include Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, “it’s a small world,” Pirates of the Caribbean and more. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
Within the lobby of the Main Street Opera House, a special exhibit showcasing the story and history of Audio-Animatronics technology debuts alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. on July 17. 2025. This exhibit features original and replica figures dating back to Walt Disney Imagineering’s earliest development of the technology. Attractions featured include Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, “it’s a small world,” Pirates of the Caribbean and more. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
An all-new gallery experience, “Evolution of a Dream,” opens alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” at the Main Street Opera House in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. on July 17, 2025. On display are images, artifacts and art — some never before seen — that show Disneyland before, during and after Walt’s dream became a reality. Pieces include pencil drawings and other concept artwork featuring preliminary plans for Disneyland. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
Select personal artifacts from Walt Disney’s private apartment that have never been publicly exhibited at Disneyland are on display at the Main Street Opera House, debuting alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. on July 17, 2025. This special display includes original furniture and décor including two rocking chairs, two dining chairs, a table and a cranberry-colored lamp. These personal artifacts are among more than 30 treasures on loan from The Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco, Calif. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
The Presidential Medal of Freedom, presented to Walt Disney in 1964 by President Lyndon Johnson, is on public display at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif., for the first time ever as part of a new exhibit, “Evolution of a Dream,” opening alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” at the Main Street Opera House on July 17, 2025, the 70th anniversary of Disneyland. This award is among more than 30 treasures on loan from The Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco, Calif. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
A special award from the Racing Pigeon Association presented to Walt Disney in 1958 is on public display at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif., for the first time ever as part of a new exhibit, “Evolution of a Dream,” opening alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” at the Main Street Opera House on July 17, 2025, the 70th anniversary of Disneyland. This award is among more than 30 treasures on loan from The Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco, Calif. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
Within the lobby of the Main Street Opera House, a special exhibit showcasing the story and history of Audio-Animatronics technology debuts alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. on July 17. 2025. This exhibit features original and replica figures dating back to Walt Disney Imagineering’s earliest development of the technology. Attractions featured include Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, “it’s a small world,” Pirates of the Caribbean and more. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
Within the exit lobby of the Main Street Opera House, a new exhibit culminating in a peek at the future of Disneyland Resort opens alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. on July 17, 2025. The exit lobby contains a stunning new mural paying tribute to Disneyland history, including entertainment and attractions, plus what’s to come. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
An all-new gallery experience, “Evolution of a Dream,” opens alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” at the Main Street Opera House in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. on July 17, 2025. On display are images, artifacts and art — some never before seen — that show Disneyland before, during and after Walt’s dream became a reality. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
Within the exit lobby of the Main Street Opera House, a new exhibit showcasing Disneyland cast members at work through years, opens alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. on July 17, 2025. The exit lobby also contains a stunning new mural paying tribute to Disneyland history, including entertainment and attractions, plus what’s to come. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
Within the lobby of the Main Street Opera House, a special exhibit showcasing the story and history of Audio-Animatronics technology debuts alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. on July 17. 2025. This exhibit features original and replica figures dating back to Walt Disney Imagineering’s earliest development of the technology. Attractions featured include Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, “it’s a small world,” Pirates of the Caribbean and more. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
An all-new gallery experience, “Evolution of a Dream,” opens alongside “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” at the Main Street Opera House in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. on July 17, 2025. On display are images, artifacts and art — some never before seen — that show Disneyland before, during and after Walt’s dream became a reality. Pieces include pencil drawings and other concept artwork featuring preliminary plans for Disneyland. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
Outside the Main Street Opera House in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif., guests can view a window display paying tribute to Frederick Douglass. This new display continues to honor Frederick Douglass and his relationship with Abraham Lincoln. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
