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July 7, 2023

Exploring the Art of Flora and Fauna Miniatures with Calleen Carver

The Museum’s Collection Manager, Calleen Carver, recently embarked on an artistic journey at Guild School in Castine, Maine. Among the classes she took, one with Pia Becker, who makes miniatures...

Chris Toledo Meet and Greet at the Museum

June 12, 2023

The Artistry of Chris Toledo: All About Fine-Scale Miniatures

Discover the exquisite craftsmanship of Los Angeles-based artist Chris Toledo and his Art Deco-inspired miniatures at the National Museum of Toys and Miniatures. Join us for an unforgettable evening and meet and greet as we delve into Toledo's childhood influences, his passion for architecture, and his journey as an emerging fine-scale miniature artist. Don't miss the opportunity to witness Toledo's mastery and explore his new Miniature Art Museum exhibit. Visit his website and read the captivating article from Architectural Digest for more insights.

May 31, 2023

The Rediscovered Thorne Room—English Cotswold Cottage, c. 1933

This 17th-century English Cotswold Cottage is characterized by its simplicity and functionality, reflecting the lived experiences of rural laborers.

October 10, 2022

The Museum Summer Internship Benefits UMKC Student

What do toys, miniatures, and the corporate world have in common? Plenty as one UMKC student learned this summer! Earlier this summer Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership, The National Museum...

March 10, 2022

Planning a Safe Visit to T/m

Effective immediately, T/m is no longer requiring guests to wear masks while visiting the museum. Unvaccinated individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks. We are continually reassessing our visitor guidelines...

February 28, 2022

Meet Baby Whitney!

Baby Whitney was the brainchild of Melvin and Loretta Whitfield, who developed the doll in the mid-1980s in response to their frustration in not being able to find dolls that...

February 21, 2022

Barbie’s Kitchen of the Future

By Jennifer White In the early 1970’s, Mattel released the Karosel Kitchen, a play structure for Barbie or other similarly sized dolls. This popular toy featured brightly colored cabinets and...

December 20, 2021

T/m2Go: Glass Minis

Fine-scale miniature glass artists use incredible techniques to create tiny sparkling works of art! In this T/m2Go video, explore some of the glittering glass minis in the museum’s collection and...

December 20, 2021

The Long-Lasting Appeal of Betsy McCall

By Silvia Arellano Fernández, Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art In May of 1951, McCall’s Magazine first introduced Betsy McCall the must-have paper doll of her time, created by staff illustrator...

November 29, 2021

Holiday Toy: The Dreidel

Looking for a fun seasonal holiday-related toy to take for a spin? Look no further than the Dreidel! This spinning top game is played during the Jewish Festival of Lights...

Factories in the Business of Play