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Parker Brothers, Inc.

 Organization

Found in 14 Collections and/or Records:

AGPI collection of game rules

 Collection — Box 1-10
Identifier: 107.2616
Abstract

This collection consists of game rules [photocopies and originals] collected by members of the Association for Games and Puzzles International. The materials are dated from 1841 to 2006. The rules included are for board games, card games, word games, educational games, and many more.

Dates: 1843-2006

Andrew Berton Collection of Toy and Game Product Sell Sheets

 Collection
Identifier: 121.9733
Abstract

This collection is comprised of international toy and game product sell sheets from manufacturers and individual entrepreneurs as collected and organized by Andrew Berton. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1987 and 2009.

Dates: 1969 - 2012; Majority of material found within 1987 - 2009

Anne D. Williams collection of jigsaw puzzle videos

 Collection — Box 1-2: [Barcode: Anne D. Williams collection of jigsaw puzzle videos]
Identifier: 2015.williams
Abstract

The Anne D. Williams collection of jigsaw puzzle videos contains recordings on the topic of jigsaw puzzles, various puzzle-makers, and puzzle collectors. These moving image recordings (VHS cassettes and DVDs) are dated between 1983 and 2011.

Dates: 1983-2011

Anne D. Williams papers

 Collection — Box 1-53
Identifier: 2020.williams
Abstract

The Anne D. Williams papers contain decades of compiled research (notes, reference, correspondence, photographs, and other documentation) on various companies, independent puzzle-makers, puzzle collectors, and more. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1980 and 2006.

Dates: 1789-2023; Majority of material found within Bulk 1890-2006

Bob Collins collection of game rules and ephemera

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: 112.2947
Abstract

This collection consists of game rules and ephemera collected by Bob Collins. The materials date from 1878 to 1997.

Dates: 1878-1997

Collection of John J. Fox Parker Brothers oral histories

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 1986.parker
Abstract The Collection of John J. Fox Parker Brother oral histories contains 14 original audiocassette recordings from 1986, associated paper materials from Fox, and digitized audio recordings and transcripts created by staff members at The Strong. [The transcripts and associated .mp3 audio files are currently available online via Preservica-Universal...
Dates: 1986 - 2020; Majority of material found in 1986

Heap Folk Art Monopoly papers

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: Heap Folk Art Monopoly papers]
Identifier: 110.4372
Abstract

The Heap Folk Art Monopoly papers accompanied the museum’s acquisition of the John O. Heap Folk Art Monopoly game board, c. 1914. These papers include photographs, copies of the game design sheet and playing rules, and deposition-related documentation. The bulk of these materials are from 1975.

Dates: 1901-2010; Majority of material found in 1975

Leonard Herman press kit and marketing collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 113.2963
Abstract

The Leonard Herman press kit and marketing collection includes six CDs containing digitized press kit materials for various paper and electronic gaming companies from 1981-2003.

Dates: 1981-2003

LeRoy Howard papers

 Collection — Box 1-4: [Barcode: LeRoy Howard papers]
Identifier: 114.3440
Abstract

The LeRoy Howard papers are a compilation of business papers, patents, notes, and published game instructions from a former executive at Parker Brothers, Inc. The bulk of the materials are dated from 1930 through 1952.

Dates: 1892 - 1952; Majority of material found within 1930 - 1952

Mark B. Lesser papers

 Collection — Box 1-3: [Barcode: Mark B. Lesser papers]
Identifier: 119.3686
Abstract

The Mark B. Lesser papers are a compilation of technical documentation, notes, memos, and other information related to the programming of Mattel Electronics’ handheld games (including Auto Race, Football, and Baseball), as well as documentation for other video game designs. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1976 and 1978.

Dates: 1973 - 1999; Majority of material found within 1976 - 1978

Additional filters:

Subject
Board games -- United States -- History -- 20th century 6
Game design and development 5
Games -- Research 5
Board game industry 4
Board game industry -- United States 4
Monopoly (Game) 4
Monopoly (Game) -- History 4
National Toy Hall of Fame inductee 4
Board games 3
Board games -- Design and construction 3
Board games -- History 3
Board games -- Rules 3
Collectors and collecting 3
Games 3
Games -- History 3
Jigsaw puzzles 3
Pastime Puzzles 3
Puzzles 3
Board games -- Collectors and collecting -- United States 2
Board games -- Railroad games 2
Card games -- Rules 2
Electronic games -- History 2
Games -- Marketing 2
Landlord's Game 2
Picture puzzles 2
Puzzle Parley 2
Puzzle makers 2
Word games 2
Advertising flier 1
American diaries 1
Auto Race (Mattel Electronics) 1
Baseball (Mattel Electronics) 1
Board game industry -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc. 1
Card games 1
Card games -- Collectors and collecting -- United States 1
Catalog 1
Clue (Game) 1
Computer games industry 1
Computer programmers 1
Dolls 1
Educational games 1
Educational toys 1
Electronic games 1
Electronic games industry 1
Electronic games industry -- United States 1
Football (Mattel Electronics) 1
Games (Periodical) 1
Games -- Hardware 1
Games -- Software 1
Games -- United States 1
Gamescience Corporation 1
Gamut of Games 1
Hand-held games 1
Infant toys 1
Jigsaw puzzles -- History 1
Lord of the Rings: Journey to Rivendell (Video game) 1
Mattel Electronics -- Hand-held games 1
National Jigsaw Puzzle Championship 1
Novelties 1
Oral history 1
Playthings (Magazine) 1
Preschool toys 1
Product sell sheets 1
Puzzle makers -- History 1
Puzzles -- History 1
Reading games 1
Salem (Mass.) 1
Senet (Game) 1
Strategy and Tactics 1
Stuffed animals (Toys) 1
Supercross 2000 (Video game) 1
Toys 1
Toys -- Marketing 1
Video games 1
Video games -- History 1
Video games industry 1
Video recordings 1