It’s hard to believe that the magic of Disney was created right here in the Show Me State. Walt Disney may be one of Missouri’s most famous residents. The Disney family moved to the small town of Marceline 1906. Today, visitors can see where Disney learned to draw and stand in the same fields that inspired him to create a world of magic for people all across the globe.
Walt Disney carried a love of his Missouri hometown with him throughout his life. He even used the small town of Marceline as inspiration for much of Disneyland.
Walt Disney Hometown Museum
Today, the old Santa Fe Railroad Depot in Marceline is now home to the Walt Disney Hometown Museum.
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The museum contains Disney family artifacts and Disney memorabilia that has never before been available to the public.
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Admission to the museum is $10 for adults. Admission for children ages 6 to 12 is $5.
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The museum is a must for any true Disney lover. Marceline and the Hometown Museum will leave you inspired to create a little bit of your own magic.
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While in Marceline you can see other Disney sights. The Dreaming Tree where Walt and his brother Roy went for inspiration unfortunately fell in 2015. However, Walt’s grandson planting a seadling from the original tree in it’s place. This little tree is growing into something mighty.
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Walt’s barn and the Dreaming Tree can be found at 275 W. Broadway St, Marceline. The site is open from sun up to sun set.
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Main Street USA can only be found in Marceline. Take your time and enjoy the peaceful tranquility of Missouri’s most inspirational small towns.
Walt Disney Hometown Museum/Facebook Find the Walt Disney Hometown Museum at 120 E Santa Fe Ave., Marceline. For more information, visit their website here.
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Find the Walt Disney Hometown Museum at 120 E Santa Fe Ave., Marceline. For more information, visit their website here.
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