UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS

Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume

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All That Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Walt Disney Archives

September 14, 2024 - March 23, 2025

The Arlington Museum of Art is proud to be the first to concurrently present Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume and All That Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Walt Disney Archives. Your ticket includes admission to see both exhibitions.

Timed-entry tickets will be available to the public starting August 2.
AMA members will be able to reserve their free tickets starting July 26.

Direct from the Walt Disney Archives: More than 300 stunning pieces spanning over 65 years

Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume immerses visitors in the textural storytelling and character development woven into Disney’s iconic costumes. The exhibition is organized into three Disney archetypes: heroes, villains, and the spaces between, dedicated to the complex and intriguing antiheroes of Disney storytelling.

All That Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Walt Disney Archives dazzles with prized pieces of jewelry and accessories. From crowns and tiaras to watches, rings and necklaces, this exhibition gives visitors the rare opportunity to see these iconic jewels up-close, while gaining an understanding of how integral they are to completing the ensemble and informing the character.

By exhibiting these two collections concurrently, the Arlington Museum of Art comprehensively celebrates the visionary art of Disney costumes, jewelry, and accessories and the individual artists whose talent is conveyed in every design, every stitch, and every jewel.

PHOTOGALLERY

Cinderella (2015), Cinderella’s ball gown worn by Lily James, © Disney

William Shakespeare’s Romeo + Juliet (1996), R+J Ring, © 20th Century Studios

Beauty and the Beast (2017), Gaston’s coat worn by Luke Evans, © Disney

Princess Diaries 2: The Royal Engagement (2004), Mia’s coronation crown worn by Anne Hathaway, © Disney

Maleficent (2014), Maleficent’s christening dress worn by Angelina Jolie, © Disney

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Hocus Pocus 2
(2022), detail of Winifred Sanderson’s corset worn by Bette Midler, © Disney

Getting Into Character

“Whether we see them on television, in a movie theatre, or at a Broadway show, when we meet Disney characters for the first time, we instantly begin to understand them. That is how powerful costume design is in conveying persona, and how Disney truly sets the standard of excellence.”

— Chris Hightower, President & CEO
Arlington Museum of Art

COSTUME DETAIL

A Wrinkle in Time (2018), detail of Mrs. Who’s skirt worn by Mindy Kaling, © Disney

Free Tickets for AMA Members and Sponsors

AMA annual members get free tickets to all of our exhibitions, including Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume and All That Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Walt Disney Archives. Members and exhibition sponsors receive other benefits, too, including invitations to our private opening receptions. We also have a Kids Club membership program so your whole family join the fun!

Exhibitions Curator

Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume and All That Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Walt Disney Archives are curated by the Walt Disney Archives and presented in partnership with the Arlington Museum of Art.

Sponsors and Partners

This exhibition is made possible by:

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"When you’re curious, you find lots of interesting things to do. And one thing it takes to accomplish something is courage."

— Walt Disney

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