CHESTERFIELD – The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia (CHSV) will host an Old World toys and games event at the County Museum on Saturday, August 27, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Toys and Games of the Past invites both young and old to have fun and learn about traditional children’s playthings such as Jacob’s ladder, knucklebones and quoits. Test your skill with the cup and ball, attempt to knock over all nine pins in a game of “skittles,” and find out why the tenth pin was added to make it the forerunner of our bowling game today. No batteries required!
This fun-filled family event will also present the histories behind many old-fashioned toys and games. For example, the origin of the popular girls’ game of hopscotch—once known as scotch-hoppers—was actually a schoolboy’s game in the 17th century.
The event is free, and the public is invited to drop in anytime between 11:00 and 1:00. Children can make a whirligig toy to take home.
The museum is located on the Historic 1917 Courthouse Green along Route 10/Ironbridge Rd. in Chesterfield. Parking is available behind the museum at 6813 Mimms Loop. The Old 1892 Jail next door, with its original prison cells, will also be open for tours. For more information, please call (804) 768-7311.
The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization established in 1981. Its mission is to collect, preserve, interpret and promote the county’s past for the education and enjoyment of present and future generations. For more information or to volunteer, please visit www.chesterfieldhistory.com
