Overview

• Charles M. Schulz, creator of the globally renowned 'Peanuts' comic strip, died on February 12, 2000, just hours before his final strip was published.
• Schulz's family honored his wish that no new 'Peanuts' strips be created after his death, preserving the integrity of his original work.
• The Charles M. Schulz Museum, opened in 2002 in Santa Rosa, California, celebrates his life and contributions to the art of cartooning.
• The 'Peanuts' characters remain cultural icons, appearing in reprinted strips, animated series like 'The Snoopy Show,' and a 2015 feature film.
• Schulz's nearly 18,000 comic strips were published in 75 countries, reflecting universal themes of humor, resilience, and the human experience.