2017 National Toy Hall Of Fame Nominees Announced

The Strong Museum of Play has released their list of finalist for the 2017 induction to the National Toy Hall of Fame! This list we be narrowed down to two or three that will be officially inducted into the hall of fame in a ceremony at The Strong Museum of Play on Thursday, November 9, at 10:30 a.m.

Here are the nominees!

1.  CLUE
2.  Magic 8 Ball
3.  Matchbox Cars
4.  My Little Pony
5.  Paper Airplane
6.  PEZ Candy Dispenser
7.  Play Food
8.  Risk
9.  Sand
10. Transformers
11. UNO
12. Wiffle Ball

Since 1998, 62 toys have been inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame and in a few  months more will be added to that list! According to a press release, "anyone can nominate a toy to the National Toy Hall of Fame," but finalists are selected on advice from a panel "historians, educators, and other individuals who exemplify learning, creativity, and discovery through their lives and careers.

Check back in November to see who made it into the Hall of Fame! Learn more about the Hall of Fame and how to visit at www.toyhalloffame.org.