More than a museum

Beyond a space for curating vintage toys, the museum has become a hub of activity in the community, bringing new life to a building that previously housed both a package store and a hardware store. The space has become a venue for benefit sales, workshops, book signings and tea parties, just to name a few.

The museum has partnered with Salisbury-based Rowan Museum for “Night at the Museums” events (inspired by the movies), and other partnerships help keep the space thriving.

“We partner with individuals as well as doll, toy and miniature clubs across the United States in order to maintain rotating exhibits and special displays,” Nance explains. “Partnerships are very important to the success of the museum.”