Pressman Toy Corporation
Pressman Toy Corporation of Texas evolved from modest beginnings to become the third-largest manufacturer of games and toys in the United States.
Computer Perfection from Lakeside (1979)
“We are the Domeheads. We are the perfect family and we play the perfect electronic game.”
The term for a person who collects comic books is ‘pannapictagraphist’.
‘Comic book’ has come to mean a specific genre, not a story form, in people’s minds.
– Frank Miller
Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood: A Visual History from Penguin Random House
The enduring legacy of children’s television show Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood is the focal point of a new book from Penguin Random House.
American Girls Podcast
American Girls Podcast examines the original American Girl book series and the impact of its stories and characters on pop culture.
LEGO Pirates: 30 Years of High Adventure
Thirty years ago this year, the LEGO Group sailed into uncharted waters with all-new product line captivated children around the world: LEGO Pirates.
Krakow Pinball Museum – Krakow, Poland
Located in Poland’s second-largest city, Krakow Pinball Museum gives the public an opportunity to play vintage pinball games in a family-friendly environment.
Toy Tales Weekly: Play-Doh, Ruth Handler, Funko, and more
Hasbro has revealed plans to expand the Play-Doh brand beyond its classic dough with slime and compounds and 7 other things we wanted to share this week.
The Friday Five: Jeff Imel
BMC Toys is quickly becoming a household name since announcing a new line of female toy soldiers. Jeff Imel, company president, talks about the genesis of the idea and the challenges involved in creating a line from scratch.
Walt Disney’s Haunted Mansion Model Kits from MPC (1974)
In 1974, Model Products Corporation (MPC) released four model kits loosely based on the popular Haunted Mansion attraction at Walt Disney’s Disneyland and Magic Kingdom theme parks.
Jason Freeny Brick Man Anatomical Puzzle from MoMA Design Store
New York-based sculptor and toy designer Jason Freeny brings his anatomical modeling style to the iconic LEGO Brick Man figure.
It’s All a Game: The History of Board Games from Monopoly to Settlers of Catan
It’s All a Game comprehensively covers the history, psychology, and cultural impact of board games, tracing the evolution of various board games through 4,000 years of game history.
$20.50 Cash Refund Booklet from Kenner (1973)
Throughout the 1970s and ’80s, Kenner routinely advertised and placed premiums inside of some of General Mills most popular cereals, like Cheerios. Usually in booklet form, these promotions offered cash refunds on all of the company’s popular toys, including the Easy-Bake Oven.
Popeye Village Malta – Anchor Bay, Malta
Popeye Village Malta is the converted film set from the live-action film Popeye repurposed as a theme park for all to enjoy.
Toy Tales Weekly: Pac-Man, Ms. Monopoly, Major Matt Mason, and more
Arcade1Up releases a home version of the Pac-Man cocktail table arcade game and 7 other things we wanted to share this week.
Collector Spotlight: Matt Oldweiler
Matt Oldweiler collects Garbage Pail Kids memorabilia. He shares his motivation for collecting and explains why it’s important to enjoy the collecting process.
Suzy Homemaker and Her Stroller from Coleco (1977)
“Sits in her stroller; goes where you take her; hugable, lovable Suzy Homemaker”