Toy enthusiasts are invited to nominate their favorite classic toy or game for induction into The Strong museum’s National Toy Hall of Fame. Submissions are being accepted through July 31.
The National Toy Hall of Fame recognizes toys that have engaged and delighted multiple generations, inspiring them to learn, create, and discover through play. To date, 56 playthings have been enshrined in the National Toy Hall of Fame since 1998, including last year’s inductees, the Rubik’s Cube, bubbles, and Little Green Army Men.
Nominated toys should be widely recognized and respected, have enjoyed popularity over multiple generations, foster learning and discovery through play, and be highly innovative. An internal museum advisory committee made up of educators, curators, and historians will review each submitted nomination and determine which toys meet these criteria. A national selection committee will then review the narrowed slate of toys, and members will vote for their top picks for induction.
People can submit their nominations online or by mailing their written selections to The Strong at One Manhattan Square, Rochester, NY 14607. The National Toy Hall of Fame will reveal the identity of the newest toy inductees on November 5, followed by a weekend-long celebration.
