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Barker Character, Comic and Cartoon Museum

Cheshire, Connecticut

A museum dedicated to antique toys, collectibles, and nostalgia.  

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In this two-storied building, you can indulge in the amazing history of toys and cartoons. The grounds are covered in unique cartoon decorations from all genres and eras. The museum also hosts a scavenger hunt for kids. It’s certainly a visit that kids would enjoy and guaranteed to take any adult down memory lane. Inside, there is also an art gallery with gorgeous prints available.

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Check the hours before visiting and bring a camera! Visit the gallery to purchase tickets for the museum.

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