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List 02. Archival Collections Related to Artifacts of Play

 Record Group
Identifier: List 02
Collections within the archives that relate to playthings, collectors, traditional toy and game companies, and other materials that provide unique windows into the many facets of play.

Found in 135 Collections and/or Records:

Spin Master Ltd. records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2017.spin
Abstract

The Spin Master Ltd. records are a fully-digital compilation of toy designs, photographs, videos, publicity, and historical documentation on Spin Master. The bulk of the materials are from 1994 and 2013-2016.

Dates: 1994 - 2017; Majority of material found within 2013 - 2016; 1994

Garth Parker premium toy design papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 113.4301
Abstract

The Garth Parker premium toy design papers are a compilation of product sketches, designs, portfolios, presentations, product notebooks, and reference materials. Products shown in these materials were designed for fast-food restaurants, cereal brands, cake decorations, and more. The bulk of the materials are from 1995 through 2012.

Dates: 1978-2014; Majority of material found within 1995-2012

Lois Boger Pike notebook

 Item — Box Individual Manuscripts
Identifier: 98.5387
Abstract

This handwritten notebook, inscribed "Games Contests Entertainments," is filled with a selection of games, puzzles, riddles, and theme party ideas.

Dates: circa 1920

“The Busy Green Family” notebooks

 Item — Box Individual Manuscripts
Identifier: 91.2460-91.2461
Abstract

These two manuscript notebooks tell the story of an imaginary family, as written and illustrated by 8-year-old Gladys Whitehead in 1911.

Dates: 1911

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

Gruelle family collection

 Collection — Box 1-22: [Barcode: Gruelle family collection]
Identifier: 108.5530
Abstract

The Gruelle family collection is a compilation of manuscripts, correspondence, drawings, art, photographs, personal materials, and publications from the Gruelle family. The bulk of the materials are from between 1910 and 1940, and then 1985 through 2008.

Dates: 1888 - 2008

Delmar family collection on mechanical banks

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: 109.11627
Abstract

This collection consists of materials collected by Marjorie and Michael Delmar on cast-iron toy mechanical banks. The materials are dated from circa 1983 to 2007. The papers are comprised of scrapbooks, appraisals, and receipts.

Dates: 1983-2007

Ken Sons and Tim Walsh Toyland digital archive

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 110.9390
Abstract

The Ken Sons and Tim Walsh Toyland Digital Archive is a collection of more than 65 hours of documentary footage recorded by Ken Sons for his film Toyland. The interviews and scenes were filmed between 2007 and 2010.

Dates: 2010

Tim Walsh papers

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: Tim Walsh papers]
Identifier: 111.5211
Abstract

The Tim Walsh papers are a compilation of biographical and historical information, press kits, game advertisements, and interview transcripts from game designer and author Tim Walsh of The Playmakers. The materials in this collection are from 1996 through 2011.

Dates: 1996-2011

Bonnie Erickson papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2018.erickson
Abstract

The Bonnie Erickson papers are a compilation of design concepts, illustrations, style guides, product tear sheets, catalog pages, notes, publicity, and other information relating to licensed products and original concepts created by Erickson. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1978 and 1999.

Dates: 1971 - 2017; Majority of material found within 1978 - 1999