Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume

Featuring nearly 70 costumes of some beloved characters such as Cinderella, Maleficent and Captain Jack Sparrow, this blockbuster showcase highlights the innovative ways Disney’s iconic characters are brought to life through the artistry and imagination of their costumes.

What to expect

At The Durham Museum, visitors can see original film-worn costumes and detailed costume pieces spanning close to five decades of Disney storytelling. The exhibition highlights gowns, capes, uniforms and other designs while exploring the craft, artistry and imagination behind the characters’ on-screen identities.

Why go

This Omaha exhibition is built for both Disney fans and design-minded visitors, pairing recognizable heroes, villains and antiheroes with a closer look at the choices costume designers make. Publicly stated exhibit features include designer interviews, an exclusive exhibition video and a “Cinderella’s Workshop” area showing how the character has been interpreted across different screen versions.