{"id":13021,"date":"2023-09-04T07:06:43","date_gmt":"2023-09-04T11:06:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/?p=13021"},"modified":"2025-06-11T01:06:30","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T05:06:30","slug":"best-san-francisco-museums","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-san-francisco-museums","title":{"rendered":"Best San Francisco Museums for Art Lovers, History Buffs &#038; Curious Kids"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>San Francisco is one of the west coast\u2019s top cultural art hubs, where influential museums showcase a frenzy of creativity. A diversity of art, from cartoon animation to European masters, and the craftsmanship behind seafaring vessels are on display in the best San Francisco museums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re not sure where to start, here are our picks for the best museums in San Francisco. Discovering a museum aligned with your interests should be an easy task, especially since various cultural and artistic movements call San Francisco home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/WALKS-San-Fran-Alcatraz-High-Res0028_resize-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A guide shares facts about San Francisco's Gateway Arch (Dragon Gate)\" class=\"wp-image-12561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/WALKS-San-Fran-Alcatraz-High-Res0028_resize-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/WALKS-San-Fran-Alcatraz-High-Res0028_resize-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/WALKS-San-Fran-Alcatraz-High-Res0028_resize-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/WALKS-San-Fran-Alcatraz-High-Res0028_resize.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Save space in your itinerary to see the best museums that San Francisco has to offer.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Insider&#8217;s tip<\/strong>: Once you&#8217;ve seen San Francisco&#8217;s best museums, why not add another route to your San Francisco itinerary that is off-the-beaten-path? Check out our list of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/quirky-san-francisco\">Top Quirky Sites to See in San Francisco.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #443d47;color:#443d47\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #443d47;color:#443d47\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-san-francisco-museums\/#Best_History_and_Cultural_Museums\" title=\"Best History and Cultural Museums\">Best History and Cultural Museums<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-san-francisco-museums\/#GLBT_Historical_Society_Museum_Archives\" title=\"GLBT Historical Society Museum &amp; Archives\">GLBT Historical Society Museum &amp; Archives<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-san-francisco-museums\/#The_Beat_Museum\" title=\"The Beat Museum\">The Beat Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-san-francisco-museums\/#San_Francisco_Maritime_National_Historic_Park\" title=\"San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park\">San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-san-francisco-museums\/#Legion_of_Honor_Museum\" title=\"Legion of Honor Museum\">Legion of Honor Museum<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-san-francisco-museums\/#Best_Art_Museums\" title=\"Best Art Museums\">Best Art Museums<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-san-francisco-museums\/#San_Francisco_Museum_of_Modern_Art\" title=\"San Francisco Museum of Modern Art\">San Francisco Museum of Modern Art<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-san-francisco-museums\/#Asian_Art_Museum\" title=\"Asian Art Museum\">Asian Art Museum<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-san-francisco-museums\/#Best_Museums_for_Kids_of_All_Ages\" title=\"Best Museums for Kids of All Ages\">Best Museums for Kids of All Ages<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-san-francisco-museums\/#Cartoon_Art_Museum\" title=\"Cartoon Art Museum\">Cartoon Art Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-san-francisco-museums\/#The_Walt_Disney_Family_Museum\" title=\"The Walt Disney Family Museum\">The Walt Disney Family Museum<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_History_and_Cultural_Museums\"><\/span>Best History and Cultural Museums<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GLBT_Historical_Society_Museum_Archives\"><\/span>GLBT Historical Society Museum &amp; Archives<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glbthistory.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GLBT Historical Society Museum &amp; Archives<\/a> preserves and celebrates LGBTQ history, culture, and arts in San Francisco\u2019s Castro District. The museum displays just a fraction of the Society\u2019s collection documenting queer history focusing on diversity and social justice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Personal belongings of public figures and everyday people tell the story of how San Francisco\u2019s queer community has evolved and supported each other.  A large fragment of one of the two original rainbow flags first flown at San Francisco\u2019s  1978 Gay Freedom Day Parade is on display.  It is an impressive showcase of the community\u2019s enduring strength and unity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/glbt-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13022\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/glbt-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/glbt-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/glbt-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/glbt.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The GLBT Historical Society museums charts the history of LGBT people in the United States. Photo Credit: GKoskovich<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Beat_Museum\"><\/span>The Beat Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Beats fought for free expression and cultivated San Francisco\u2019s literary scene, producing poetry, music, and books. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kerouac.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Beat Museum<\/a> celebrates the free-thinkers in the North Beach neighborhood where the Beats hung out all those years ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The museum shares the values of the Beat generation\u2014living your truth, and being compassionate and tolerant\u2014with visitors through exhibits and lively docent discussions. Access to manuscripts, rare books, and precious personal items like poet and co-founder of City Lights Booksellers &amp; Publishers Lawrence Ferlinghetti\u2019s personal desk and chair inspire the next generation of creative thinkers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/beat.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13119\" style=\"width:1200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/beat.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/beat-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/beat-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jack Kerouac&#8217;s room in the Beat Museum. Photo Credit: Hairpee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"San_Francisco_Maritime_National_Historic_Park\"><\/span>San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park is the best San Francisco museum to keep the City\u2019s nautical history sailing. The park\u2019s Maritime Museum inside the art deco Aquatic Park Bathhouse building evokes an ocean liner\u2019s look. The museum\u2019s walls are covered in Works Progress Administration (WPA) era murals depicting a surreal underwater world. Discover examples of maritime art and model ship replicas inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For an immersive experience, take a<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/san-francisco-city-tour\/\"> Self-Guided San Francisco City Tour<\/a><\/strong> towards Hyde Street Pier to visit seven historic vessels from the late 19<sup>th<\/sup> and early 20<sup>th<\/sup> centuries. See examples of passenger ferryboats, cargo schooners, and powerful tug boats. Board and explore the mighty Balclutha, a three-mast 1886 cargo ship that used 25 sails to navigate the seas. Squeeze through the tight quarters below deck and imagine what life was like for the sailing crew. Ahoy matey!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/SFMaritime-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13126\" style=\"width:1200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/SFMaritime-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/SFMaritime-600x375.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/SFMaritime-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/SFMaritime.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">San Francisco has a storied history as a port and shipping hub. Photo Credit: King of Hearts<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legion_of_Honor_Museum\"><\/span>Legion of Honor Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lincoln Park\u2019s lush natural beauty, sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge, and the cityscape below combine to create the perfect romantic backdrop for San Francisco\u2019s most enchanting museum, the Legion of Honor. The Legion of Honor\u2019s Beaux-arts building is a classical artwork studded with columned walkways and a courtyard featuring Rodin\u2019s statue <em>The Thinker.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, the Legion of Honor\u2019s art collection spans four thousand years of human history, sparking inspiration and creativity in the current generation. European painting masterpieces hang on the museum walls, and samples of ancient art from the Mediterranean Basin are displayed. The Salon Dor\u00e9, French neoclassical interior paneling from 1781, fills a gallery room infusing regal gold finishings and sparkling chandeliers transporting visitors into palace grandeur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Art_Museums\"><\/span>Best Art Museums<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"San_Francisco_Museum_of_Modern_Art\"><\/span>San Francisco Museum of Modern Art<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art is the best San Francisco museum for viewing and experiencing contemporary art. Intriguing and thought-provoking paintings, sculptures, media arts, and more fill seven gallery floors. The artistry of the museum\u2019s architectural design, paired with vast public art spaces, is awe-inspiring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SFMOMA\u2019s permanent collections include some of the world\u2019s most well-known modern artists, like the surreal art of Frida Kahlo to the pop art fun of Andy Warhol. The museum values the unique contributions of California and Bay Area artists, displaying their work in various exhibits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/sfmoma-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13121\" style=\"width:1200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/sfmoma-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/sfmoma-600x401.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/sfmoma-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/sfmoma.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jackson Pollock, Clyfford Still, and Arshille Gorky all had their first exhibits at the SF MoMA. Photo credit: Wgreaves<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Asian_Art_Museum\"><\/span>Asian Art Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From ancient jade and hand-crafted Buddha figures to comic book-inspired murals, the Asian Art Museum\u2019s collection of 18,000 works of art spans 6,000 years. By immersing visitors in Asian and Asian American art and cultures, the museum helps deepen understanding, bringing diverse audiences together. The museum is located in downtown San Francisco and is easily accessible by public transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors can participate in a free guided tour or explore the museum galleries independently. The museum\u2019s regularly rotated collection features important masterpieces like treasured deity statues. Art from all regions of Asia is represented, including pieces from China, the Himalayas, and Japan. Special exhibits celebrating aspects of Asian culture, like large-scale contemporary art installations, ask visitors to reflect to reveal a deeper meaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/SFAAM-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13124\" style=\"width:1200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/SFAAM-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/SFAAM-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/SFAAM-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/SFAAM-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/SFAAM.jpg 1365w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Asian Art Museum of San Francisco houses one of the most comprehensive collections of Asian art in the world. Photo Credit: Frank Schulenburg<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Museums_for_Kids_of_All_Ages\"><\/span>Best Museums for Kids of All Ages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cartoon_Art_Museum\"><\/span>Cartoon Art Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cartoons capture quick and vivid snapshots of profound and absurd ideas, translating them into the transcending language of laughter. The Cartoon Art Museum is located on the beautiful San Francisco Fisherman\u2019s Wharf waterfront. It welcomes tourists and locals to experience original cartoon art. New exhibits like The Batman Armory, where movie costumes and props are on display, and workshops where kids and adults can learn how to create comics and animations are scheduled throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All forms of cartoon art are featured at the museum. They range from early comic strips to digital art created by established and rising artists. The museum\u2019s permanent collection preserves original Family Circus and Peanuts comic strips, Marvel comic book cover art, and animation cells from Hanna-Barbera and Disney productions. We know there\u2019s something here to put a smile on your face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Insider&#8217;s Tip:<\/strong> Looking for more family-friendly activities? Check out this list of the <a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-san-francisco-with-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best activities for kids in San Francisco<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Walt_Disney_Family_Museum\"><\/span>The Walt Disney Family Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love Disney cartoons, movies, or theme parks, chances are you\u2019ll love a visit to The Walt Disney Family Museum in the San Francisco Presidio. Discover how Mickey Mouse came to life as Walt Disney transformed movie making as a cartoon animation pioneer. The museum\u2019s permanent exhibits step visitors through Walt\u2019s life, starting with his childhood love of trains to his early career disappointments that later molded his many successes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, the museum reveals how Disney movies like  <em>Snow White<\/em> developed from concept to animation and then the final animation. Learn how Disney studios grew and matured over the years culminating in the magical immersive experience of Disney Land. The Walt Disney Family Museum\u2019s rotating gallery features different classic films and themed exhibits showcasing the many facets of Disney artistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8639731620_f58aabe13c_k-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Group visiting an exhibit with movie set design and quote at the San Francisco Walt Disney Family Museum \" class=\"wp-image-13461\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8639731620_f58aabe13c_k-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8639731620_f58aabe13c_k-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8639731620_f58aabe13c_k-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8639731620_f58aabe13c_k.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">See memorabilia, original artwork, and set designs at at the Walt Disney Family Museum. 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