Kenner Creating A Toy Empire

March 19 to June 27, 2027

The Force is strong in Cincinnati. With your help, we can share it with everyone.

Nearly 50 years ago, a team of creative minds at Cincinnati's Kenner Products changed the way the world played. With imagination, innovation and a little bit of daring, they brought the Star Wars^® galaxy to life through toys that would inspire generations.

Now, Cincinnati Museum Center is preparing to bring that remarkable story home through Kenner Creating A Toy Empire, opening March 19, 2027.

We need your support to make this extraordinary exhibition possible.

Your generosity will help bring rare collectibles, original designs, fascinating stories and interactive experiences together in an exhibition that celebrates Cincinnati's place in Star Wars^® history.

At the heart of this exhibition is the enduring legacy of Cincinnati native Corky Steiner, whose passion for Kenner, toys and Star Wars^® was nothing short of legendary.

Corky believed in the extraordinary power of toys to spark creativity, bring people together and inspire imaginations. His enthusiasm was infectious, his connection to Kenner was deeply personal and his love for Star Wars^® was unmistakable.