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What is the story behind Lincoln Logs?
The story is a surprising and interesting one. Lincoln Logs were invented between 1916 and 1917 by John Lloyd Wright, the son of famous U.S. architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The idea for Lincoln Logs came to John Lloyd Wright when he was working with his father in Japan on building the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo.
What kind of toy is a Lincoln Log?
Lincoln Logs. Lincoln Logs are a U.S. children’s toy consisting of square-notched miniature logs used to build small forts and buildings. They were invented around 1916 by John Lloyd Wright, second son of the well-known architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Lincoln Logs were inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame in 1999.
Are Lincoln Logs still in business?
Lincoln Logs were inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame in 1999. Starting in 2014, Lincoln Logs were manufactured by K’NEX Industries Inc. In late 2017, K’NEX, having filed for bankruptcy, was bought out by Basic Fun, Inc., of Florida.
Are Lincoln Logs made by Hasbro?
Starting in 2014, Lincoln Logs were manufactured by K’NEX Industries Inc. In late 2017, K’NEX, having filed for bankruptcy, was bought out by Basic Fun, Inc., of Florida. Pride Manufacturing, of Burnham, Maine, manufactures Lincoln Logs for Basic Fun which the rights to the IP are owned by Hasbro .
How many Lincoln Logs sets have been sold worldwide?
Over 100 million sets have been sold worldwide, and Lincoln Logs were inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame in 1999.
What happened to the Lincoln Logs plant on the 606?
As part of the rustalgic scenery visible from the The 606, you can still see the old Lincoln Logs plant, which—unlike most factories from its era—has neither been demolished nor turned into condominiums. In fact, it looks like it’s nary changed a bit since the days when workers churned out tiny timber all day.