List 02. Archival Collections Related to Artifacts of Play
Found in 134 Collections and/or Records:
Mayfair Games, Inc. records
The Mayfair Games, Inc. records comprise game development papers, business records, and collected materials. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1982 and 1996.
Institute of Play records
This collection contains both physical and digital information about the Institute of Play and its associated Quest to Learn project. The materials are dated between 2007 and 2022.
Memories of Margaret Strong with Ann Coleman -- video oral history
This video oral history with retired curator and doll historian Elizabeth Ann Coleman was recorded on May 25, 2022 via TheirStory. The video interview and transcript are accessible online via
Mrs. Strong, Mrs. Hotra, and 700 Allens Creek Road - Interview with Lynda McCurdy Hotra -- video oral history
This video oral history with Lynda (McCurdy) Hotra was recorded on August 1, 2022 via TheirStory. The video interview and transcript are accessible online via
Growing up at 700 Allens Creek Road - Interview with Mike Hotra -- video oral history
This video oral history with Michael C. ("Mike") Hotra was recorded on August 1, 2022 via TheirStory. The video interview and transcript are accessible online via
Game Show Dynamos collection
The Game Show Dynamos collection is a compilation of original papers, audiovisual materials, and digital files relating to the game show experiences of Bernard and Claire Boiko, documented in the film Game Show Dynamos.
Ohio Art Company clippings
This folder contains a collection of published newspaper articles, editorials, cartoons and comic strip clippings, and advertising campaigns featuring Ohio Art products--notably, the Etch A Sketch.
Robert C. Smith playground design concept sketches
These drawings of various playground design concepts were created by Robert C. Smith. The majority are unlabeled and undated, though several denote "concept sketch for water-play area, Personalized Way Child Care, Ross Rd., Jan. 8, 1985."
Letter from "Little Fanny" to parents
This is a three-page letter written on behalf of "Little Fanny" to her parents while away visiting "Auntie Foane." It describes the purchase of a donkey, a trip to the circus, visits with relatives, and making pudding. At the top of the first page is a pencil drawing of a girl labeled "Millie's Niece." The letter is undated but is likely from the late 19th-early 20th century.
Jim Gould papers
The Jim Gould papers are a collection of original and published materials related to tabletop games and wargaming, including campaign materials, notes, hand-drawn and printed maps, manuscript modules, and other related documentation. The bulk of the materials are undated but range from 1977-2010.