It is great to be a member! Enjoy the National Museum of Toys and Miniatures with friends and family by taking advantage of the best membership deal of the year. DISCOUNTED MEMBERSHIP LEVELS Founder’s Circle $1,000 $900 Collector’s Society $500 $450 Partner $250 $225 Supporter $100 $90 Individual $50 $45 Become a member now and save 10% off your annual membership. You can enjoy these exclusive member benefits: – Unlimited free museum admission for one full year – Special calendar of events – Early-bird registration for classes, camps, and programs – 20% discount in the Museum Store – And so m ..read more

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Check out the Museum’s latest Musings in the March Newsletter! View Newsletter Stay up-to-date with the latest by signing up to receive the Museum’s Newsletters. Sign Up Now The post March Newsletter appeared first on The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures ..read more

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Funding Secured for Digital Preservation and Inclusive Web Design: The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures is thrilled to announce the Museum’s successful grant application, securing vital funding to embark on an ambitious three-year project that promises to increase the accessibility of the Museum’s collection. Made possible through the support of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), this transformative endeavor will enhance the Museum’s role as an educational resource, enrich the learning experience for students and educators, expand community engagement, and deepen unders ..read more

Transformations: New Perspectives on the Art of Miniatures Exhibition Showcases Artistic Innovation and Creativity. The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures is thrilled to announce the upcoming opening of its latest venture – an art gallery dedicated to temporary exhibitions showcasing the artistry and creativity of miniatures. The inaugural exhibition, titled Transformations: New Perspectives on the Art of Miniatures, is set to open on October 27, 2023, inviting visitors to explore the captivating world of small-scale art beyond traditional boundaries. While the Museum’s permanent collecti ..read more

The Thorne Rooms have found many homes and admirers over the past century. Sets two and three totaling 68 rooms (1937-1940) are owned and displayed in a dedicated gallery of the Art Institute of Chicago. In the 1940s, set one was purchased by the technology giant IBM and shown in traveling exhibitions for several years.  In the 1960s, set one was returned to Mrs. James Ward Thorne for refurbishment, after which 16 rooms were given to the Phoenix Museum of Art, and nine rooms were given to the Knoxville Museum of Art. A handful of other museums own single rooms, and the stat ..read more

The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures is pleased to be highlighting the A. Schoenhut Company in our Featured Manufacturer Gallery. This exhibition opened in August 2021 and will be on display through September 2024. A. Schoenhut Company Exhibit, The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures The display examines the history of the company, focusing on three primary product lines. Since the A. Schoenhut Company’s first products were toy pianos, the first case includes pianos including 8-key and 15-key basic upright pianos, patented 1900, that were available in 15 sizes. The second case highli ..read more