American Doll and Toy Museum Update

 

I thought it might be time for an update.  Our museum progresses, and we only have one case to move in.  I’m creating labels with my intern, Larissa, who is enthusiastic, intelligent, and very helpful.  We finished loading an Alice themed case, and a case with artist and other dolls donated by our friend Harriet Brinker, which is also our tribute to the UFDC.

 

We have finished a case of primarily china heads, and another with antiques and some of our Shirley Temples.

 

Many friends have visited us while we are in progress to offer moral support, which is always appreciated.  I work here 7 days a week, and it is often a lot of cleaning, moving heavy things, and basically, hot work.  We do have air conditioning, but I am still going in and out a lot.

 

Also caring for our flowers and lawn, with the help of J. Cooper of CMS Snow, who is also a generous donor.

 

I’ve loaded a gorgeous baby carriage from Jan Walker with reborns from the Ann Sheley collection, and also have a great alpine German doll house with furnishings from my neighbor, Suzie Crawford.

 

We are working on a grant with Larissa, and my husband setup Square for our gift shop, memberships, and admission.

 

Our admission will be $5 with $3 for Seniors and Veterans and $1 kids under 12.  We will also have days where admission will be free.  We always appreciate donations in our jar, though they are not expected.

 

Our toys are arriving, too.  We are hanging model airplanes and puppets from the ceiling, and we hope to host a car show with a special viewing display of our own pedal cars, Hot Wheels and other toy cars and boats.

 

Our board game display is also taking shape, and we will be adding computer games.  I’m hoping to get to the toy museum in Branson in the fall for inspiration, too.

 

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