Series 02-02: South Bend Toy Company

Episode 2: South Bend Toy Company

From croquet sets and baseball bats to doll carriages and record-breaking wagons, the South Bend Toy Company once ruled as a global toy titan. But behind the success were fiery factory disasters, wartime contributions, and a remarkable legacy of craftsmanship. Join A Bend in Time as we uncover how this iconic toy maker rose to international fame, broke sales records, won accolades—and ultimately faced the challenges of changing times and a high-tech toy market.

Part of Series 2: Forgotten Businesses of South Bend

 

A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. 

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