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WALT DISNEY FAMILY MUSEUM
Animator workshop at the Walt Disney Family Museum
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From Disney to the Dungeon to a famous submarine , here is a look at three educational attractions groups will find only in San Francisco :
Walt Disney Family Museum The remarkable life story of Walt Disney , the man whose innovation and vision created a distinctly American legacy , is showcased at the museum in the Presidio . Students can learn more about his legacy as they explore interactive galleries and state-of-the-art exhibits that feature early sketches , cartoons , short films , music , video screens and listening stations , some with narration from Walt himself . Handson workshops and talks from animators also are available .
The San Francisco Dungeon The audience is part of the show during this 60-minute adventure that details San Francisco ’ s storied history . Featuring numerous special effects , 360-degree sets and a cast of nine actors , the Dungeon experience exposes 200 years of the city ’ s sinister side , from the Gold Rush days to gangs to the Black Plague that gripped Chinatown in 1900 . Combination tickets are available that add on a Big Bus Sightseeing Tour or visits to Alcatraz or Madame Tussauds . Submarine USS Pampanito The decorated Pampanito made six patrols in the Pacific during World War II , and she sank six Imperial Japanese ships and damaged four others . Currently docked at Pier 45 , the diesel-electric powered submarine welcomes more than 100,000 visitors a year , including a number of student groups . In addition to customized tours that cover the vessel from bow to stern , groups can take part in Submarine Science School , a more immersive half-day or overnight program led by crew members .
For more information , contact Daniel Schwartz of the San Francisco Travel Association at daniel @ sftravel . com or go to sftravel . com .
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TOP EDUCATIONAL ATTRACTIONS The California Academy of Sciences , Exploratorium , Aquarium of the Bay
TOP RECREATIONAL ATTRACTIONS PIER 39 , San Francisco Zoo , sightseeing cruises around the San Francisco Bay
TOP LOCAL FESTIVALS Ethnic Dance Festival ( July 14 – 15 and 21 – 22 ), Cherry Blossom Festival ( April )
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