Drove by it 3 times before finding it. Store is down a cowpath through untrimmed trees. Cluttered, unorganized. Had a few neat older toys. Advertised as the last nickel store in the country- not sure I'd pay a nickel for erasor tops or plastic coins. The political leanings of the owner were apparent.
When we are lucky enough to be on the Island in season, the Toy Museum is our first stop (after stocking up at McDonoughs Market). Mary Rose has put an incredible collection together and it's easy to lose yourself for hours and still not see everything! $5 goes a long way. From beads to books to Mary's beautiful original artwork to the little garden, there truly is something to put a smile on everyone's face. Mary works the register herself and that just enhances the whole experience. Everyone needs a little Mary in their life!
Whether you are 8 or 80, this is a fun place to visit. Loaded with the kind of toys I used to get in jars or bins at the 5&10 store in the 1960's. The collection of antique toys on the walls and ceiling are really cool. Not always open, but worth it when it is.
Walked to this little treasure located on the main street across from the ferry line. Lots of old toys to look at, but so small that I kept bumping into people. Tons of small, cheap toys for the kids to purchase, Art gallery out back, also room with jewelry for sale.
You'll come away with a wonderful collection of items for your kids or grandkids. The store is unusual to say the least... and fun to visit. Larger folks (tall/big) may find it a bit tight to walk around, but well worth the visit.
3 people told me to make sure I saw this.............. to me it was an episode of "hoarders" but perhaps it's just not my thing. Try it out for yourself and then decide.
The toy museum is visited every year by my kids and often more than once. Its a store packed full of cheap little treasures.If you have kids or even if you don't I highly recommend visiting this store.
A wonderful conglomeration of old and new. Combination antique exhibit, toy shop, book shop with an art gallery annex. A dollar can go a longer way here than anywhere else since I was 10.Without doubt the most distinctive commercial establishment you are apt to find.
This little store is sweet and worthy of a little time. The owner is quite a character and brings thoughts of someone who still honors the magical world of children. You'll find all sorts of little delights in this shop, old and creaky as it is. Children are mesmorized by the little things they can buy that of another time. Adults are transported back to their own youth and even beyond sometimes. It isn't loud, it isn't electronic, it isn't expensive. It is a place to get a little lost for time.
This is one of my favorite places on the entire planet! So full of history, quirky finds, books, toys, art and the unique Mary Rose.