The spinning top, whose origins can be traced to ancient times, has a permanent new place in the National Toy Hall of Fame
This undated photo provided by The Strong Museum shows the three toys inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame on Nov. 10, 2022, in Rochester, N.Y. Masters of the Universe, Lite-Brite and the top were chosen from among 12 finalists for the annual honor, which recognizes toys that have inspired creative play and lasting popularity. ROCHESTER, N.Y.
The Toy Hall of Fame inducts a new class of toys each year in a ceremony at The Strong museum in Rochester, where the hall is housed. “The top is one of the oldest toys and an integral part of many cultures, where it developed independently as a plaything,” Chief Curator Christopher Bensch said in a news release. “With more than 5,000 years of history behind it, it’s about time that the top spun its way into the National Toy Hall of Fame!”Hasbro’s Lite-Brite has maintained its popularity for more than 50 years, after being introduced 1966.
“The team at Mattel understood that kids spend lots of time in fantasy play and like the opportunity to project themselves into the role of the hero,” curator Michelle Parnett-Dwyer said. “Masters of the Universe characters had the strength, weapons, and power to defeat the villain—and give kids confidence.”
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