If we were to talk to engineers about the childhood toys which most inspired them, it’s likely that the older among them would mention either Meccano or Erector Set. These similar construction ...

In 1899, Frank Hornby (1863-1936) was a bookkeeper for a meat importer, making toys for his children in his workshop. A ...

If we were to talk to engineers about the childhood toys which most inspired them, it’s likely that the older among them would mention either Meccano or Erector Set. These similar construction ...

Many a modern plastic toy has been based on the original metal Erector Sets, which were first sold in 1913. Kids loved ...

That’s proven true with a wide-ranging collection of vintage Erector set construction toys and kits on display at Ligonier Township’s Gray Goose restaurant. Trains, blimps and Ferris wheels ...

The Transformers return as a nominee as the brand celebrates its 40th anniversary, while the Hess Toy Truck is also looking ...

Despite its popularity, it has always fallen short in the balloting for the Toy Hall of Fame — taking a backseat to not only ...

Oskar Zieta’s 3+ collection is riddled with holes that allow for modular configurations. Make Your Own Erector Set Furniture with Mekano What if, when you didn't need that dining table anymore ...

The view inside the wheel is like being inside one of those old erector set toys: bolts and struts and little flags to gage the wind. The show is on the outside — the Golden Gate Bridge ...

A set of old keys from the junk drawer. These are just a few of the things that my five young kids have played with and obsessed over—despite the avalanche of actual toys to choose from in our ...

About the Album: A bright and breezy musical comedy in the grandest tradition, "The Man Who Saved Christmas" is loosely based on the true story of Erector Set inventor, A.C. Gilbert. Set in 1917 ...