Walt Disney Birthplace News

Walt Disney Birthplace Launches Reimagined Website With Uncle Jake Media

May 17, 2025

A wooden plaque at the Walt Disney Birthplace reads, "It all started here..." with a Walt Disney quote and "Chicago, 1901" below.

The Walt Disney Birthplace partnered with creative agency Uncle Jake Media to redesign their website as a “visually rich and intuitive experience”. The Walt Disney Birthplace Website The reimagined website — thewaltdisneybirthplace.org — “focuses on improving the user experience in meaningful ways,” including simplified navigation, interactive features, and a mobile-responsive design. Located in Chicago, Illinois, The Walt … Read more

Walt Disney’s Childhood Home Offers First Public Tour

October 19, 2023October 19, 2023

The childhood home of Walt Disney opened its doors to public tour guests for the first time on Sunday, October 15, allowing the general public to catch a glimpse into the early life of a man who would go on to be a pioneer across several industries. Rebecca Johnson of the Chicago Tribune was able … Read more

The Walt Disney Birthplace & YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago Celebrate “Walt Disney Day” in honor of Walt Disney’s 121st Birthday

November 28, 2022

The Walt Disney Birthplace, in conjunction with the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, will hold its 9th Annual Birthday tribute to celebrate Walt Disney’s 121st birthday. “Walt Disney Day” will be held at 2156 N. Tripp Avenue at the restored childhood home of Walt Disney, located in the Hermosa neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. Beginning at 5:30 … Read more