Toy Museum in Nuremberg
Museum type :
Children's Museum

Established in :
1971

Holidays :
None

Visiting Hours :
Daily10:00, 10:00

Contact No :
49 (911) 365 9892

Location :
Nuremberg , Germany

Display Objects :

Toy Museum in Nuremberg ARCHAEOLOGICAL The Toy Museum in Nuremberg, for many centuries famous for its toy-makers, was founded in 1971, and is based on the toy collection of Lydia and Paul Bayer. It is housed in a medieval building on four floors and shows toys reaching back to the Middle Ages. Virtually every primary school child in Nuremberg visits this museum [citation needed]. It is open to the public every day, for a nominal entrance fee. It is housed in a medieval building on four floors and shows toys reaching back to the Middle Ages. Virtually every primary school child in Nuremberg visits this museum. It is housed in a medieval building on four floors and shows toys reaching back to the Middle Ages. Virtually every primary school child in Nuremberg visits this museum.




Description :

The Toy Museum in Nuremberg is an internationally renowned museum dedicated to the history of toys and play. It is located in the city’s historic city centre and houses a collection of more than 10,000 toys, games and dolls from across the world. The museum is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different type of toy. Visitors can explore the history of toys, from ancient clay dolls to the latest electronic gadgets. The museum also has a large collection of tin soldiers, model trains and dolls, as well as a range of interactive activities for children.

The museum was founded in 1935, by a group of local toy collectors, and has since been expanded several times. In addition to its permanent collection, the museum also hosts a range of temporary exhibitions and events, such as lectures and workshops. The museum also has a library, a café and a shop where visitors can purchase souvenirs and books. The museum is a popular destination for both tourists and locals alike, and is open year-round. It is also an active member of the International Toy Museum Association.