James Fishburne is Director at Forest Lawn Museum. In this edition of The Friday Five, James discusses the personal and creative relationship between Walt Disney and Forest Lawn founder Hubert Eaton, and the California Visionaries: The Lives and Legacies of Walt Disney and Hubert Eaton exhibit it inspired.
Before it was Boggle, Allan Turoff’s word-finding game had a much more straightforward name: Find-A-Word.
Blake Changnon, president, CEO, and founder of The Changnon Family Museum of Toys and Collectibles, explores the creative products that expanded the American Girl brand beyond the dolls.
Ryan Cobham collects Kenner Super Powers figures. In this Collector Spotlight, he explains the vital role of research and knowledge in collecting and why nostalgia continues to fuel his passion for the iconic line.
Michael D. Roberto is a Hess Toy Truck historian. In this edition of The Friday Five, Michael shares the personal story behind his lifelong connection to the toy trucks and explains how his passion project became a vital resource for collectors, helping document and preserve community knowledge.
For more than seven decades, Disney has redefined the theme park experience through immersive storytelling, technological innovation, and unforgettable attractions. Explore some of the milestones that helped establish Disney’s parks as leaders in themed entertainment.
LEGO prepares to bring Sony’s celebrated gaming system into the world of brick with its all-new PlayStation building set.
A 1962 brochure from Kenner for the Motorized Home Workshop, a battery-powered woodworking set featuring seven miniature power tools.
A curated selection of known and reputable auction houses specializing in vintage toys, games, movie props, and memorabilia.
Ken Kutaragi, former Sony executive, is considered “The Father of the PlayStation” for his role in developing the video game console.
Kenner’s SSP Tournament of Thrills Set recreated the excitement of professional stunt driving with Daredevil Dan and a gyro-powered Mustang II.
Gather a few simple supplies–no power tools required–to build this charming cardboard box dollhouse.
