Wooden Toy Making Workshop

German American Heritage Center

Use the pieces provided and make your own wooden vehicle!

German American Heritage Center & Museum

W﻿ooden toys are an iconic piece of German history. They are still widely popular today and known for their craftsmanship and durability. This workshop provides all materials and instruction. L﻿earn about the history of wooden toys and Steve&#x27;s experience selling his handmade creations all over the midwest. Construct your own toy out of the pieces provided and take home your creation. This workshop is suitable for all ages and is a great family activity. $5 per participant for material cost. A﻿ parent or guardian may accompany a child free of charge.S﻿teve Verdon is a Davenport native who has dedicated many years to making toys. The business started with his parents in their garage in 1990. The started going to small, local shows and in 1991 they began going to national shows. Over the years there operation expanded and attended thousands of arts and craft shows from1990-2022 throughout Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North and South Dakota, Indiana, Michigan, Nebraska, and Missouri. Steve continued to business after the death of his parents in 2007 and 2017, until inventory ran out in 2022. He has received numerous awards for his creations.

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