The Van Eaton Galleries in Sherman Oaks, California is currently holding an exhibition of “The Story of Disneyland” collection from February 7 through February 27, to be followed by a live and online auction on February 28 and March 1.

The collection, which has been amassed over 30 years, contains memorabilia from both Disneyland and Walt Disney World from the 1950’s up to the 1980’s and contains over 1000 items.

The pieces up for sale include some impressive tokens of Disneyland history, such as early layout plans and concept art.

Also on display are a wide range of costumes, from Haunted Mansion cast member outfits to an original Slue Foot Sue dress from the Golden Horseshoe.

Folks wanting a slightly more substantial keepsake from the park have an embarrassment of riches, from Enchanted Tiki Room birds, to a skeleton from the Pirates of the Caribbean, to dolls from it’s a small world.

Here to tell us a little about some of the pieces personally crafted by Walt Disney and his Imagineers, are gallery owner Mike Van Eaton, and indomitable Disney Legend Bob Gurr:

The breadth and depth of the collection, and the interest it has garnered, is an amazing testament to the power Walt Disney and the early days of Disneyland still have over people, and the desire fans still have to form a tangible connection with them.

“The Story of Disneyland” collection is currently available for viewing at the Van Eaton Galleries at 13613 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, California 91423. More information about ordering catalogs (which should be online in a few days,) or participating in the auction can be found at http://www.vegalleries.com/storyofdisneyland.html