Back in September I speculated on the finalists for this year’s induction into the Toy Hall of Fame, which included Geek favorites Dungeons & Dragons, Rubik’s Cube, Star Wars action figures, Transformers, and Simon. And the winners are dollhouses, Hot Wheels, and good old fashioned blankets. You know what? I can’t really argue with any […]
Continue ReadingWhat do Hot Wheels cars, Star Wars action figures, radio control cars, Rubik’s Cubes, Transformers, and Dungeons & Dragons have in common? Well, aside from the fact that they’ve all shown up on GeekDad in some form or other, they’re …
Continue ReadingThe National Toy Hall of Fame in Rochester, NY, is taking nominations for a classic toy to add to their collection. Housed in The Strong’s National Museum of Play, the National Toy Hall of Fame is a wonderful place to …
Continue ReadingEver since I found out that something called a “museum of play” existed — and that it also housed the National Toy Hall of Fame — I knew it was a place I would have to see. Located in Rochester, …
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