The original design of Mickey Mouse from the 1928 animated short Steamboat Willie officially entered the public domain on January 1, triggering a flood of parodies and memes. Not to mention, a handful ...

Earlier this year, media and news outlets widely reported that Mickey Mouse had entered the "public domain" because Disney's copyright in the cartoon "Steamboat Willie" expired on Jan. 1, 2024. What ...

Each of this month’s collectibles has ties to American history, from the Tiffany mantlepiece, to a coveted Mickey Mouse doll, furniture made especially for American servicemen, an advertising calendar ...

Perhaps you’ve heard of Mickey Mouse—one of the most lovable and recognizable characters in animation history. Similarly, Mickey’s “owner,” The Walt Disney Co., is undoubtedly among the most famous ...