The WALT DISNEY BIRTHPLACE HOME PRESENTS
BUILDING A DREAM
A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO GO Inside Walt Disney’s Storybook Home
The power of a dream...
The power of a dream is undeniable, and nowhere was that truer than in the homes where Walt Disney imagined, created, and built his extraordinary legacy. From his birthplace in Chicago, where the first spark of inspiration was lit, to his private Storybook home in Los Feliz, where his dreams took shape, these places stand as testaments to the magic of imagination.
For one extraordinary weekend, August 22-23, 2025 Walt Disney’s Storybook Woking Way estate will open its doors for an exclusive philanthropic event, inviting guests into the very space where he lived, dreamed, and crafted the stories that continue to inspire generations.
History of the Home
Step Inside Walt Disney's Home
In 1932, Walt and Lillian Disney built their home at 4053 Woking Way in Los Feliz, Los Angeles, where they raised their daughters and built a family life. They lived there until 1950, when they moved to Carolwood Drive.
The 6,300-square-foot home originally sat on nearly 1.5 acres. A few years in, Walt converted a bedroom into a private screening room to view studio dailies, which also became a gathering spot for friends and family to watch the latest films.
A Dream From Dad
Snow White-Style Playhouse
This house witnessed it all…the laughter of his growing daughters, the creation of some of his most beloved films, and unforgettable evenings with Hollywood’s elite.
On your guided tour, you’ll explore the estate inside and out, from Walt’s personal screening room to the enchanting Seven Dwarfs Cottage tucked away in the backyard.
Online Auction
Help Us Make The Impossible Possible
Bid on one-of-a-kind treasures—from Steamboat Willie stained glass and park-inspired wood carvings to an autographed Haunted Mansion wallpaper swatch or a private Walt Disney Archives Studio Tour.
The challenge aims to raise $50,000 to launch the first immersive room at the historic Walt Disney Birthplace, bringing the family’s early dreams to life through projection mapping.
Event Highlights
A Signature Dining Experience
Dinner at Walt Disney’s Storybook Home
- Welcome reception: Begin the evening with signature cocktails.
- Walk in Walt’s footsteps: Enjoy a private tour of the home where Walt once entertained.
- Fine dining experience: Dine at an elegantly curated dinner. Each course tells part of a larger story, inspired by Walt’s life, travels, and imagination.
- Curated storytelling: Enjoy a narrative woven through the evening…creating an experience of nostalgia, creativity, and dreams.
- Sweet finale under the stars: Conclude your magical night with dessert served on the garden patio, beneath the Los Feliz sky
A Spot of Imagination
Afternoon Tea at Woking Way
- Savor a whimsical afternoon tea on the patio of Walt Disney’s storybook home, complete with a classic tiered tray of delicate sandwiches, scones, and desserts
- Curated conversations from Disney Legends and Imagineering brilliance – all with deep ties to Walt’s story..
- A private VIP Tour through the majestic home where Walt honed his creativity.
Sunset on Woking Way
Evening Cocktail Soirée
- Curated stories from Disney Legends and Imagineering brilliance – all with deep ties to Walt’s story.
- A private VIP Tour through the majestic home where Walt honed his creativity.
- A limited-edition commemorative print created exclusively for this event.
- A silent auction with thoughtfully curated items
Special Guests
Tania McKnight Norris
Former Imagineer
Bob Gurr
Disney Legend
Floyd Norman
Disney Legend
Matt McKim
Retired Walt Disney Imagineer, son of Disney Legend Sam McKim
Chris Crump
Son of Disney Legend, Rolly Crump
Mark Malone
Son of Walt Disney’s personal pilot, Charles “Chuck” Malone
Becky Cline
Director, Walt Disney Archives
Joanna Pratt
Director of Operations, Walt Disney Archives
Dusty Sage
Disney Expert & Woking Way Historian
Joanna Disney Miller
Granddaughter of Walt Disney
Terri Hardin
Walt Disney Imagineer & Puppeteer
Dina Benadon
Co-Founder, Walt Disney Birthplace
Phil Sears
Walt Disney Expert
Raymond Kinman
Woodcarver, Legacy Disney Artist
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