A four-person band, the Wonders, perform during the Play-Tone Galaxy of Stars Tour in That Thing You Do!, wearing matching red suits as they play guitars, bass, and drums onstage before a large blue curtain backdrop.

“Looks Like the Oneders? No, the Wonders!”: 30 Years of That Thing You Do!

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of That Thing You Do! with a look behind the scenes at Tom Hanks’ beloved film through rare Walt Disney Archives treasures.

Title graphic for a Walt Disney Archives presentation reading, “Capturing Life, Creating Character: The Art of Live-Action Reference.” The design features cream-colored script and block lettering on a dark textured background, accented with pastel star shapes and a pencil illustration. Along the right side, a vertical filmstrip displays three black-and-white sketches of a spotted cartoon dog character in different poses. Disney copyright appears in the lower-left corner.

Fort Worth Museum of Science and History to Showcase the Real-Life Inspiration Behind Some Beloved Disney Characters

Discover Capturing Life, Creating Character: The Art of Live-Action Reference at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. Explore how Disney animators used real-life performers, props, and sets to bring beloved animated characters to life.

Roy O. Disney stands beside Mickey Mouse with the Walt Disney World dedication plaque in Town Square on Main Street, U.S.A. in the Magic Kingdom. Guests gather in the background, while a set of microphones stands between Roy and Mickey. Cinderella Castle appears softly out of focus in the background.

A Day in the Life of a Walt Disney World Guest in 1971

Step back to 1971 and discover what a day at Walt Disney World was like, from the original resorts and Monorail to Magic Kingdom adventures.

The Offices of Walt Disney Inspire New Merchandise Collection for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event

Read all about the elegant merchandise collection—developed in collaboration with the Walt Disney Archives and inspired by both Walt Disney and the iconic space in which he worked.

A sketch looking West at Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland, courtesy Walt Disney Archives.

From Main Street to National Treasure: A Look Inside the Walt Disney Archives at America’s 250th

The Archives opens its doors to examine a few special artifacts that illustrate how Disney has been woven into the American story…

A nighttime view of a romantic Parisian street scene, featuring the red-lit windmill of the Moulin Rouge on the left and old-style buildings with glowing windows. One building has a neon sign that reads “L’amour fou Lingerie” and another displays “Hotel Blanche.” The sky is dark blue with clouds, and the overall ambiance is dreamy and nostalgic.

Diamonds, Corsets, and Can-Can: Celebrating 25 Years of Moulin Rouge! Through Costume Design

More than two decades later, Moulin Rouge! continues to shape fashion and visual culture. Go behind the scenes to find out more!

Quasimodo and Esmeralda celebrate among festive crowds with gargoyles and Judge Frollo looming above in The Hunchback of Notre Dame movie poster.

Out There! Celebrating 30 Years of The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Be sure to celebrate 30 years of Quasimodo’s incredible journey and watch The Hunchback of Notre Dame, streaming now on Disney+!

Key art for Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume, the exhibition from the Walt Disney Archives.

Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume Arrives in Omaha Beginning May 23

Disney is coming to The Durham Museum with an exhibition where visitors can discover iconic looks of some of their favorite characters—in an enchanting, up-close experience for all ages!

A promotional image for "Disney the Exhibition. A Century of Magic." Opening December 2026 in Mackay, QLD Mecc. To the left is a collage comprised of: Cinderella's heel, Elsa from Frozen, BB-8 from Star Wars, Captain America's shield, and Mickey Mouse from Fantasia.

JUST ANNOUNCED: Disney: The Exhibition – A Century of Magic to Make Australian Debut This December

After stops in Philadelphia, Munich, London, Chicago, Kansas City, Seoul, Paris, and Madrid, the world‑renowned exhibition will make its Australian premiere at the Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre.

JUST ANNOUNCED: Capturing Life, Creating Character at Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center

The newest Walt Disney Archives exhibit—detailing the art of live-action character reference—will open in Anaheim on August 8, 2026.