Mickey Mouse is a cartoon character co-created in 1928 by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks. The longtime icon and mascot of the Walt Disney Company, Mickey is an anthropomorphic mouse who typically …

Dec 11, 2025 · Walt Disney named his first iteration of the character Mortimer Mouse. However, at the urging of Lillian Disney, his wife, the character was renamed Mickey Mouse; reportedly, Lillian …

Feb 3, 2020 · In honor of the closing of our special exhibition, Mickey Mouse: From Walt to the World, we invite you to step back through time and examine Mickey’s incredible transformation. The early …

Dec 10, 2025 · Walter "Walt" Elias Disney (1901-1966) began the path to becoming one of the world's largest media companies with short films like "Alice in Cartoonland". His first mini-studio, founded in …

Sep 23, 2023 · In this article, we will delve into Mickey Mouse’s origins, evolution over the years, and enduring legacy. Few fictional characters in human history have achieved the cultural reach, …

Jul 26, 2025 · Disney’s friend and frequent creative partner Ub Iwerks put pen to paper and brought the idea to life, while Disney’s wife reportedly gave the character his now-iconic name — Mickey Mouse. …

Explore how Mickey Mouse transformed from a black-and-white whistler to a global icon, charming fans through each magical decade of animation history.

Mickey Mouse is an animated cartoon character created by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks. A cheerful and plucky anthropomorphic mouse, Mickey made his first public appearance in Steamboat Willie, on …

Dec 2, 2025 · The 1988 feature offers a snapshot of Mickey Mouse history told by the people who knew Walt and worked at his side. It’s a look back at how a cartoon character from the silent era kept going …

Mickey Mouse is an American cartoon character co-created in 1928 by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks. The longtime icon and mascot of the Walt Disney Company, Mickey is an anthropomorphic mouse who …