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Ollie Johnston: Nine Old Men
Ollie Johnston was an early and influential animator at the Disney Company, and worked on the company’s animated movies from the very first full-length one. He is remembered by the company today in...
Eric Larson: Nine Old men
Eric Larson was a Disney animator, and later became a Disney Legend. Yet, Eric did not want to work at the Disney Company in the beginning. He ended up there by chance, wanted to quit, was talked...
Les Clark: Nine Old Men
Les Clark was one of the longest-serving animators at the Walt Disney Company, and the first of the famous “Nine Old Men” animators of the early days of the company. He started by being literally...
Milt Kahl: Nine Old Men
Milt Kahl was a born artist and perfectionist who went on to become one of the most transformative figures in the Disney empire. Learn about his life here!
Genealogy Debriefing After a Genealogy Trip
Have you been on a genealogy research trip, or are you planning on taking one soon? Don't forget proper debriefing when you get back. Here's how to do it.
Wolfgang Reitherman: Nine Old Men
Wolfgang Reitherman distinguished himself in so many ways during his time as a Disney animator. Learn more about his inspiring life story here.
Exploring the History and Beauty of Hartman Rock Garden
Hartman Rock Garden is an artistic treasure located in Springfield, Ohio. Created by hand by local concrete worker Ben Hartman, it is a wonderful testament to one man’s skill, dedication, love of...
Ward Kimball: Nine Old Men
Ward Kimball stands as one of the most prominent figures to emerge from Disney history. Here, you can learn all about the many passions that inspired him.
Frank Thomas: Nine Old Men
Animator Frank Thomas made movie magic in close to twenty Walt Disney Studios animated films. You can learn all about his life story here!