Mary Blair, renowned for her iconic designs including the 'It's a Small World' attraction, is celebrated in a new retrospective at the Walt Disney Family Museum titled 'Mary Blair: Mid-Century Magic.' This exhibition runs from May 22 to September 7, providing a fresh look at Blair's extensive career from her formative years in the Bay Area to her significant contributions at Disney. Featuring nearly 150 works and historical photos, it especially emphasizes her early artwork, which highlights her deep ties to Northern California and her artistic evolution.
"The art director is finally being given the proper retrospective treatment with the Walt Disney Family Museum's 'Mary Blair: Mid-Century Magic,' which showcases her influential career."
"This 2025 'reimagining' of the 2014 exhibition will take a fresh look at Blair's career from her time as a student-artist to her notable Disney contributions."
"The exhibition contains nearly 150 artworks and historical photos, highlighting Blair's early art pieces that underscore her connection to Northern California."
"Even Diane Disney Miller, the museum co-founder and collector of Blair's work, did not have access to some pieces featured in this exhibition, reflecting Blair's artistic journey."
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