Press Releases

War Toys: Ukraine, an exhibit exploring the impact of armed conflict on children, is now open at The Strong National Museum of Play.

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December 1, 2023

The National Toy Hall of Fame inducted baseball cards, Cabbage Patch Kids, Fisher Price Corn-Popper, and NERF.

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November 10, 2023

The Strong’s Play Ball gala returns on October 20. (Please note that the museum is closed that day in preparation.)

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October 18, 2023

In honor of the 25th anniversary of the National Toy Hall of Fame, four inductees will be joining the illustrious hall in 2023.

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October 17, 2023

Black Dolls, organized by the New-York Historical Society, explores handmade Black dolls through the lens of race, gender, and history.

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September 20, 2023

Learn more about each of the 12 finalists for the National Toy Hall of Fame.

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September 13, 2023

The Strong’s National Toy Hall of Fame announces the 12 finalists for induction into the hall.

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September 13, 2023

The deadline for nominations is soon approaching and toy lovers everywhere are urged to voice their choices for induction this coming November.

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July 14, 2023

The Strong officially unveiled its 90,000-square-foot expansion.

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June 30, 2023

The Strong Offers Free Admission for Juneteenth Celebration on June 17

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June 13, 2023