The bubble-wrapped, easily trackable childhoods of today didn’t exist in the 1960s. The teenager revolution was in its infancy, and kids' marketing had just been born. But the Flower Power generation ...

Toy maven Ira H Gallens fascinating collection of nearly 100 TV toy ads from the 50s and 60s will be as much fun for adults as the toys themselves were in their childhood Often hilarious often spooky ...

The 1960s were a golden era for toys, with many now regarded as vintage treasures that collectors pay top dollar for. Today, some of the most sought-after items from this decade can fetch impressive ...

As Christmas grew into public extravaganzas- other holidays also got big. Kwanzaa, a weeklong celebration of African American ...

"Toys from the 1950s, '60s, and '70s capture the joy of play and the pure fun of being a kid. But beneath those iconic names are rich veins of nostalgia, memory, and history. These toys--and the ...

Mr. Potato Head's most famous companion is his wife of 70 years, the red-lipped Mrs. Potato Head. But way back in the '60s, he hung out with a motley crew of plastic vegetables and fruits that are now ...

The 1950s were a time of simple, hands-on play, but not all toys were created equal. While many kids had classic items that sparked imagination and outdoor fun, some toys were far more exclusive.

The North Carolina Museum of History wants your G.I. Joes and Tickle Me Elmo toys for its permanent collection and upcoming exhibit. The museum is accepting donated or loaned toys that have marked the ...

The post‑war decades of the 1950s and 1960s brought a distinctive holiday warmth. Families embraced suburban living, a booming consumer culture, and the rise of television, each shaping how Christmas ...