Jack-in-the-Box - The Strong National Museum of Play

nbsp; Inducted Year: 2005 The jack-in-the-box offers continual delight. Known since the 16th century, and appearing as a Punch box (minus sidekick Judy), an admiral on a stick, and a Johnny jump-up, sometimes the jack figure was more horrible than humorous. Later, cuter examples show a growing kindliness toward children. Children still ask parents to crank the toy over and over without tiring of the joke. “Do it again!” They get help to reload it, deferring the jolt and the gratification. “Wait []

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Strong National Museum of Play re-opens with new expansion

Strong National Museum of Play re-opens with new expansion

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Vintage jack-in-the-box (National Museum of Play, Rochester NY

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Museum Exhibits - The Strong National Museum of Play

Strong National Museum of Play re-opens with new expansion

Strong National Museum of Play re-opens with new expansion

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