National Toy Hall of Fame

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The National Toy Hall of Fame® is an American hall of fame that recognizes the contributions of toys and games that have sustained their popularity for many years. Criteria for induction include: icon-status (the toy is widely recognized, respected, and remembered); longevity (more than a passing fad); discovery (fosters learning, creativity, or discovery); and innovation (profoundly changed play or toy design).[1] Established in 1998, the National Toy Hall of Fame was originally housed at A. C. Gilbert's Discovery Village in Salem, Oregon, United States, but was moved to the Strong Museum (now the Strong National Museum of Play®) in Rochester, New York, in 2002 after it outgrew its original home.

Thirty-nine toys have been enshrined in the National Toy Hall of Fame®:

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[edit] Original inductees (1998-99)

The original inductees to the National Toy Hall of Fame® were announced in November 1999. Students from nearby Willamette University protested (good naturedly) when they learned that Mr. Potato Head and Barbie’s friend Ken were not included.[2]
  1. Barbie
  2. Crayola Crayon
  3. Erector Set
  4. Etch-A-Sketch
  5. Frisbee
  6. Hula Hoop
  7. Lego
  8. Lincoln Logs
  9. Marbles
  10. Monopoly
  11. Play-Doh
  12. Radio Flyer wagon
  13. Rocking Horse
  14. Roller Skates
  15. Teddy Bear
  16. Tinkertoy
  17. View-master
  18. Duncan Yo-Yo
The classic red-and-white Etch A Sketch model
The classic red-and-white Etch A Sketch model
Hand-made marbles from West Africa
Hand-made marbles from West Africa
A couple of examples of rocking horses.
A couple of examples of rocking horses.

[edit] Class of 2000

This year's selections were chosen from a field of 34 nominations by a panel of educators and civic leaders that included Sharon Kitzhaber, wife of Oregon Govenor John Kitzhaber.[3] Nominees rejected for the honor this year included G.I. Joe, Original Nintendo, the soccer ball, Beanie Babies, the baseball glove and the cap gun.[4]
  1. Bicycle
  2. Jacks
  3. Jump rope
  4. Mr. Potato Head
  5. Slinky
A Triumph with a step-through frame.
A Triumph with a step-through frame.
A set of jacks
A set of jacks
Metal Slinky
Metal Slinky

[edit] Class of 2001

Both children and adults created a list of 82 nominees over the past year. A national panel of distinguished educators and civic leaders choose two toys for induction this year.[5]
  1. Silly Putty
  2. Tonka Trucks[6]
an old-style steel toy dump truck by Tonka
an old-style steel toy dump truck by Tonka

[edit] Class of 2002

There were more than ninety nominees this year. [7]
  1. Jigsaw puzzle
  2. Raggedy Ann: her induction this year came after a full year of campaigning from fans. [8]
Raggedy Ann meets Raggedy Andy for the first time; illustrated by Johnny Gruelle
Raggedy Ann meets Raggedy Andy for the first time; illustrated by Johnny Gruelle

[edit] Class of 2003

  1. Alphabet Blocks[9]
  2. Checkers[10]
English draughts board (aka checkers)
English draughts board (aka checkers)

[edit] Class of 2004

  1. G.I. Joe: the G.I. JOE brand overwhelmed the competition in a Playthings Magazine poll asking which nominated toy most deserved to be honored.[11]
  2. Scrabble
In the 1960s G.I Joe was called Action Soldier leading to the term action figure.
In the 1960s G.I Joe was called Action Soldier leading to the term action figure.
A game of Scrabble in progress
A game of Scrabble in progress

[edit] Class of 2005

  1. Candy Land[12]
  2. Cardboard box[13]
  3. Jack-in-the-box
A jack-in-the box
A jack-in-the box
Staple corrugated box
Staple corrugated box

[edit] Class of 2006

This year’s nominees were: Atari Game System, Big Wheel, Easy-Bake Oven, Lite-Brite, Fisher-Price Little People, Hot Wheels, Lionel Trains, Operation Skill Game, PEZ Candy Dispenser, rubber duck, skateboard, and Twister.[14] Only two of the twelve nominees took their place in the hall that year.

  1. Easy Bake Oven[15]
  2. Lionel Trains[16]

[edit] Class of 2007

  1. Atari 2600[17]
  2. Kite[18]
  3. Raggedy Andy[19]
Atari 2600 four-switch "wood veneer" version, while the original 2600 had six switches.
Atari 2600 four-switch "wood veneer" version, while the original 2600 had six switches.
Raggedy Ann meets Raggedy Andy for the first time; illustrated by Johnny Gruelle
Raggedy Ann meets Raggedy Andy for the first time; illustrated by Johnny Gruelle
A simple geometric kite with a tail.
A simple geometric kite with a tail.

[edit] See also

[edit] References

  1. ^ Hall of Famers: Easy-Bake, Lionel. Playthings (2006-11-09). Retrieved on 2008-02-14.
  2. ^ [|Vader, J.E.] (1999-11-01), Where the Toys Are:, VIA Magazine, <http://www.viamagazine.com/top_stories/articles/toys99.asp>. Retrieved on 14 February 2008 
  3. ^ "New inductees to Toy Hall of Fame", Associated Press, Cable News Network, 2000-03-23. Retrieved on 2008-02-14. (English) 
  4. ^ "New inductees to Toy Hall of Fame", Associated Press, Cable News Network, 2000-03-23. Retrieved on 2008-02-14. (English) 
  5. ^ Tonka to be Inducted Into National Toy Hall of Fame; Hasbro Brand Honored for its Rich Tradition of Creating Durable and Fun Vehicles. Business Wire. CNET Networks (2001-03-28). Retrieved on 2008-02-14.
  6. ^ Tonka to be Inducted Into National Toy Hall of Fame; Hasbro Brand Honored for its Rich Tradition of Creating Durable and Fun Vehicles. Business Wire. CNET Networks (2001-03-28). Retrieved on 2008-02-14.
  7. ^ Raggedy Ann Inducted in National Toy Hall of Fame. Raving Toy Maniac (2002-03-27). Retrieved on 2008-02-14.
  8. ^ Raggedy Ann Inducted in National Toy Hall of Fame. Raving Toy Maniac (2002-03-27). Retrieved on 2008-02-14.
  9. ^ The History of Alphabet Blocks. Nuttybug. Retrieved on 2008-02-14.
  10. ^ View-Master Inducted into National Toy Hall of Fame. 3-D Review Online Magazine. Retrieved on 2008-02-14.
  11. ^ "GI JOE and SCRABBLE Honored with Induction into National Toy Hall of Fame", Business Wire, 2004-11-12. Retrieved on 2008-02-14. 
  12. ^ Elliot, Debbie (2005-11-19). An Underdog Favorite Makes Toy Hall of Fame. All Things Considered. National Public Radio. Retrieved on 2008-02-14.
  13. ^ "Cardboard box added to Toy Hall of Fame", Associated Press, USA Today, 2005-11-12. Retrieved on 2008-12-14. (English) 
  14. ^ Strong National Museum of Play (2006-09-15). "National Toy Hall of Fame Final Nominees Announced". Press release. Retrieved on 2008-02-14.
  15. ^ Hall of Famers: Easy-Bake, Lionel. Playthings (2006-11-09). Retrieved on 2008-02-14.
  16. ^ Hall of Famers: Easy-Bake, Lionel. Playthings (2006-11-09). Retrieved on 2008-02-14.
  17. ^ Dobbin, Ben. "Atari 2600, Raggedy Andy, Kite Enshrined", Associated Press, ABC News, 2007-11-08. Retrieved on 2008-02-24. (English) 
  18. ^ "Toy Hall of Fame Welcomes Atari 2600, the Kite and Raggedy Andy", Associated Press, Fox News, 2007-11-08. Retrieved on 2008-02-14. (English) 
  19. ^ "Raggedy Andy Reunited with Raggedy Ann in the National Toy Hall of Fame in Rochester, New York", Raggedy Land, Playthings, 2007-11-08. Retrieved on 2008-02-14. (English) 

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