State Museum of Toys, Kyiv

State toy museum in Kyiv showcasing children's culture from Ukraine and beyond.

The State Museum of Toys in Kyiv was founded in 2005 and is one of the more unusual museums in the Ukrainian capital. Under the auspices of the Ministry of Education, it displays historical and contemporary toys from Ukraine and around the world. The collection includes traditional Ukrainian folk toys, dolls, and mechanical objects that shed light on children's culture across generations. The museum is explicitly aimed at families and incorporates interactive elements. A visit offers a charming look at childhood through a historical lens.