Toys in the Shadow of the Protectorate

The exhibition "Toys in the Shadow of the Protectorate" at the Museum of Mechanical Toys in Velvary commemorates 80 years since the end of World War II. The exhibition's author aims to highlight not only the importance of remembering historical anniversaries and preserving historical memory, but above all to view the wartime period through the eyes of children. The exhibition showcases beloved mechanical toys, such as wind-up figurines, dolls, steam engines, toy trains, and toy cars that were cherished under Christmas trees and in the early years of the Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia. The Museum of Mechanical Toys in Velvary operates two permanent exhibitions: "Mechanical Toys from 1840–1950" in the Deanery Courtyard complex on Třebízský Square and "Railway Toys from 1920–1960" on King Vladislav Square. Opening hours: Saturday, Sunday, and holidays 10:00–17:00; Thursday and Friday by prior telephone arrangement.