On March 6, 1945, George Nissen received a patent for his innovative “Tumbling Device,” which he later trademarked “trampoline” based on the Spanish word for diving board. In recent years, trampoline parks and backyard setups have become increasingly popular among people of all ages. Jumping on a trampoline gives kids a chance to release energy and to enjoy that split, playful second of being suspended midair.
Museum will be closed Friday, October 25 for the Play Ball gala.