The Disney Collection – Orlando, Florida
Disney fans can skip the lines and still experience some Disney magic at the Orange County Library System (OCLS) in Orlando, Florida.
Places to Visit
Plan your next vacation to include a visit to a play-related store, museum, or private collection.
The Museum of Classic Sci-Fi – Allendale Town, United Kingdom
The Museum of Classic Sci-Fi is a private collection of artifacts from influential science fiction and fantasy franchises.
The Amsterdam Toy Museum – Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Amsterdam Toy Museum is a private collection of vintage mechanical toys, games, puzzles, dolls, toys, and electronic games.
Rochester Museum of Fine Arts – Rochester, New Hampshire
Rochester Museum of Fine Arts established an “art for everyone” philosophy to make contemporary art — including pop culture works — accessible to the community.
Houston Toy Museum – Houston, Texas
Houston Toy Museum invites visitors to rediscover the classic toys of childhood and the companies that made them.
Manitou Springs Penny Arcade – Manitou Springs, Colorado
The Manitou Spring Penny Arcade is a family-friendly entertainment destination steeped in nostalgia.
Herbert Art Gallery & Museum – Cardiff, Wales
Herbert Art Gallery & Museum in Cardiff, Wales offers visitors a place to explore social and natural history, including objects of play.
Clarke’s Collectibles Lunch Box Museum and Antiques Store – Nice, California
Clarke’s Collectibles Lunch Box Museum and Antiques Store is a mélange of collectibles and childhood objects, including vintage lunch boxes.
Museum of Science and Industry – Chicago, Illinois
The Museum of Science and Industry in the Hyde Park neighbourhood of Chicago invites visitors to discover the many ways in which curiosity and play propel innovation.
National Transport & Toy Museum – Wānaka, New Zealand
The National Transport & Toy Museum in New Zealand combines a museum, vehicle collection, and aviation exhibit into one monumental spectacle.
Brooklyn Superhero Supply Co. – Brooklyn, New York
Brooklyn Superhero Supply Co. is the destination for would-be superheroes to stock-up on antimatter, chutzpah, immortality, and other practical necessities.
Matchbox Road Museum – Newfield, New Jersey
Do you remember your first toy car? If it was a Matchbox, chances are you can find it at the Matchbox Road Museum.
Seattle Pinball Museum – Seattle, Washington
The Seattle Pinball Museum offers enthusiasts an opportunity to play and learn about the classic coin-operated arcade games.
Museum of International Folk Art – Santa Fe, New Mexico
The Museum of International Folk Art in Santa Fe, New Mexico explores objects of art and play from around the world.
Museum of Broadcast Communications – Chicago, Illinois
Located in the River North region of Chicago, the Museum of Broadcast Communications (MBC) preserves the history of radio, television, and digital communications.
National Trust – Derbyshire, England
The National Trust preserves places and objects of historic significance in the United Kingdom, including early objects of play.
Den Gamle By – Aarhus, Denmark
Den Gamle By — The Old Town — is a living history museum located in Aarhus, Denmark’s second-largest city.
Office of Collecting and Design – Las Vegas, Nevada
Located in Las Vegas, the Office of Collecting and Design is a personal curation of curiosities by artist and filmmaker, Jessica Oreck.