Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote
Tuesday, September 11th, 2012 7:50PM CDT
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We received the following press release regarding the Indianapolis Children's Museum visitors and fans vote to choose their favorite from the '100 toys (& their stories) that defined our childhood'. Our favorite toy line Transformers took the silver coming in second.
Indianapolis, IN (PRWEB) September 11, 2012
After eight weeks of voting, more than 24,000 votes, and 600 stories shared, the final results are in and The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis online visitors and fans have determined their favorite toy from the past century. The top toy is G.I. Joe®!
On July 16, the public was asked to weigh in on the ‘100 Toys (& their Stories) that Define Our Childhood’. The goal was to determine favorites from a list of 100 toys iconic of childhood as chosen by curators of The Children’s Museum’s collection. After the initial five weeks of public voting, the list of 100 Toys was narrowed down to the top 20 from which the public was again asked to rank favorites. The results of this last vote determined the Gold, Silver and Bronze winners.
The final order for the top 20 toys is:
Gold: G.I. Joe®
Silver: Transformers®
Bronze: LEGO® Toys
4. Barbie®
5. View-Master®
6. Bicycle
7. Cabbage Patch Kids®
8. Crayons
9. Play-Doh®
10. MONOPOLY®
11. Raggedy Ann®
12. SpirographTM
13. Etch A Sketch®
14. Little Golden Books®
15. Hot Wheels®
16. Lincoln Logs®
17. Candy Land®
18. Roller Skates
19. Silly® Putty
20. Mr. Potato Head®
“The feedback and support from the public for this initiative has been extraordinary,” said Dr. Jeffrey H. Patchen, president & CEO, The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. “The stories people have shared about intergenerational learning, family traditions and memories has been heartwarming and life changing in some cases. Toys are a powerful tool for exploration and imagination as we learn and grow. They foster many shared memories across generations and, as was represented in the voting and story sharing for 100 Toys, across cultures as we read stories submitted from Germany, Canada, Australia and Israel.”
The 100 Toys project included iconic toys from the past century (1910-present) that were representative of childhood. As one of the few children’s museums that is also an artifact collections museum, The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis has more than 120,000 objects in its collection. Museum curators took great care in considering which 100 toys to choose that would represent a wide variety of experiences.
“Each of the toys the public chose for the top 20 has been produced for 25 years or more, which is not surprising considering their cross-generational appeal,” said Patchen. “Objects such as crayons and bicycles have been around for decades - evoking strong emotions and fond memories with children, parents, grandparents, and even great-grandparents. These toys give us common ground and are good conversation starters involving the entire family.”
Several generations of enjoyment were evident in the stories submitted to the museum website including a gentleman who shared multiple incidents in his own childhood growing up in Indianapolis during the 1950s. Like many of his generation, he played with trains, toy soldiers, and a Yo-Yo. Memories were also shared on toys popular in the last few years such as Beanie Babies® and Tickle Me Elmo, although many of the toys included are timeless such as toy tools, dress-up clothes, toy trucks and baby dolls, which alone received 31 story submissions!
Beginning on Sept. 11, the final 20 toys will be on display at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis for the public to view through the end of the year. Although voting has ended, the public is still encouraged to share their own memories of each of the 100 toys on The Children’s Museum website at http://www.childrensmuseum.org/100toys.
About The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis is a nonprofit institution committed to creating extraordinary family learning experiences that have the power to transform the lives of children and families across the arts, sciences and humanities. For more information about The Children's Museum, visit http://www.childrensmuseum.org, follow us on Twitter @TCMIndy, Facebook.com/childrensmuseum and YouTube.com/IndyTCM.
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Re: Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote (1419099)
Posted by Sentinel Maximus on September 11th, 2012 @ 8:29pm CDT
Posted by Sentinel Maximus on September 11th, 2012 @ 8:29pm CDT
I love that my two favs are up there G.I.JOE and TRANSFORMERS! I'm surprise STAR WARS didn't even register here 
It revolutionized the 3 3/4 inch action figure.
It revolutionized the 3 3/4 inch action figure.
Re: Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote (1419111)
Posted by Megatron Wolf on September 11th, 2012 @ 9:07pm CDT
Posted by Megatron Wolf on September 11th, 2012 @ 9:07pm CDT
wow gijoe and transformers got 1 & 2 thats actually surprising, thought 1 & 2 wouldve been barbie & hotwheels. Well since GIJOE got top spot maybe now hasbro will actually do something with the franchise other than barely put out a toyline and do a short series or movie every few years.
Re: Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote (1419124)
Posted by Fires_Of_Inferno on September 11th, 2012 @ 9:40pm CDT
Posted by Fires_Of_Inferno on September 11th, 2012 @ 9:40pm CDT
Oh man, now I want a View-Master!
Re: Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote (1419129)
Posted by njb902 on September 11th, 2012 @ 9:57pm CDT
What is a view-master?
Posted by njb902 on September 11th, 2012 @ 9:57pm CDT
Fires_Of_Inferno wrote:Oh man, now I want a View-Master!
What is a view-master?
Re: Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote (1419141)
Posted by MGrotusque on September 11th, 2012 @ 10:38pm CDT
It's a device that opens the perceptions of reality and enables the operator to view/look upon other dimensions and worlds far beyond his/her mortal reach. Groundbreaking technology for it's time.
Posted by MGrotusque on September 11th, 2012 @ 10:38pm CDT
njb902 wrote:Fires_Of_Inferno wrote:Oh man, now I want a View-Master!
What is a view-master?
It's a device that opens the perceptions of reality and enables the operator to view/look upon other dimensions and worlds far beyond his/her mortal reach. Groundbreaking technology for it's time.
Re: Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote (1419142)
Posted by Fires_Of_Inferno on September 11th, 2012 @ 10:47pm CDT
EXACTLY!
Posted by Fires_Of_Inferno on September 11th, 2012 @ 10:47pm CDT
monstergrotusque wrote:njb902 wrote:Fires_Of_Inferno wrote:Oh man, now I want a View-Master!
What is a view-master?
It's a device that opens the perceptions of reality and enables the operator to view/look upon other dimensions and worlds far beyond his/her mortal reach. Groundbreaking technology for it's time.
EXACTLY!
Re: Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote (1419146)
Posted by njb902 on September 11th, 2012 @ 10:55pm CDT
Ohhh I remember those.
Posted by njb902 on September 11th, 2012 @ 10:55pm CDT
Fires_Of_Inferno wrote:monstergrotusque wrote:njb902 wrote:Fires_Of_Inferno wrote:Oh man, now I want a View-Master!
What is a view-master?
It's a device that opens the perceptions of reality and enables the operator to view/look upon other dimensions and worlds far beyond his/her mortal reach. Groundbreaking technology for it's time.
EXACTLY!
Ohhh I remember those.
Re: Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote (1419165)
Posted by MGrotusque on September 12th, 2012 @ 12:00am CDT
Posted by MGrotusque on September 12th, 2012 @ 12:00am CDT
Long View should have had the "View Finder" gimmick incorporated into his design now that i think of it.
Would a bin fun.
Would a bin fun.
Re: Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote (1419178)
Posted by MarkNL on September 12th, 2012 @ 12:46am CDT
Posted by MarkNL on September 12th, 2012 @ 12:46am CDT
Wow, TF on the 2nd place is very good, regarding that LEGO is very popular around the world.
Re: Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote (1419335)
Posted by XDMan on September 12th, 2012 @ 1:04pm CDT
Posted by XDMan on September 12th, 2012 @ 1:04pm CDT
Well, looks like Hasbro isn't that bad after all! 
Re: Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote (1642058)
Posted by Va'al on January 22nd, 2015 @ 4:26pm CST
Posted by Va'al on January 22nd, 2015 @ 4:26pm CST
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis have update their future events schedule, and our favourite transforming robots are taking over the exhibition space again! In honour of the arrival of animated series Transformers: Robots in Disguise, the Museum is hosting a collection showcasing different characters and their evolution from 1984 to the present day. It also seems to coincide with the currently expected air date of the series in the US - could this give us a more precise estimate? Check out their information below!
TRANSFORMERS: Robots in Disguise™
March 7–July 26, 2015
As Hasbro’s TRANSFORMERS franchise celebrates its 30th Anniversary, get ready for a museum exhibit that shows the fun and innovation that has gone into the creation of the iconic robots. This exhibit will showcase the heroic Autobots and villainous Decepticons, including favorites like Bumblebee, Optimus Prime and Grimlock. Since their introduction in 1984, TRANSFORMERS characters have converted from robots to vehicles, jets, dinosaurs, and animals. The excitement and fast-paced action of a brand new animated series, Robots in Disguise from Hasbro Studios will debut in 2015 and the exhibit will feature new characters that will be sure to inspire families to create even more new stories. What are the secrets to creating something that can move and twist and contort itself into an entirely different being? TRANSFORMERS fans of all generations can use their own imaginations and explore the design and engineering that goes into crafting these beloved characters.
TRANSFORMERS, TRANSFORMERS ROBOTS IN DISGUISE, the logo and all related characters are trademarks of Hasbro and are used with permission. © 2015 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved. Licensed by Hasbro.
Re: Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote (1653854)
Posted by Va'al on February 20th, 2015 @ 6:18pm CST
Posted by Va'al on February 20th, 2015 @ 6:18pm CST
We reported a while back on the exhibition held by the Children's Museum of Indianapolis with everyone's favourite transforming robots, opening on 7th March. The museum has actually been in touch with us, and via Hasbro approval, shared images and designs for the event, which we've mirrored below to motivate people to visit what looks to be a really fascinating look at the Transformers franchise in a museum setting!
The exhibit design and social media teams at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, the largest children’s museum in the world, are excited to share these preliminary design sketches for the upcoming exhibit Transformers: Robots in Disguise™. The exhibit opens at The Children’s Museum on March 7, in partnership with Hasbro.
These sketches are used to convey the overall experience of the exhibit in the early stages of development. They help illustrate the relationship between the displayed objects and the hands-on learning activities. You can learn more at http://www.childrensmuseum.org/future-exhibits, or follow the museum on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to see the latest behind the scenes moments. (facebook.com/childrensmuseum, Twitter @TCMIndy, Instagram @childrensmuseum, #IndyTransformers.)
Enjoy this sneak peek!
Welcome to the Transformers Universe! The exhibit’s entry will ask you to “Choose Your Team,” with featured photo ops with Optimus Prime and Megatron.
Examine Transformers vintage toys and character images, which represent a sampling of the 6,000 characters developed by Hasbro over the past 30 years. This space includes a 10’ Optimus Prime statue from Transformers: Age of Extinction, an Autobot and Decepticon character display, and other interactives focused on the fantasy world of Transformers.
There will also be a display of full-size Transformers fan costumes, including The Children’s Museum’s own Bumblebee costume.
The Hasbro toy design area will allow you to participate in key phases of the toy making process including aspects such as conceptual design, engineering, and testing. Enter an immersive space emulating Hasbro designers at work and watch a 3D printer printing a grey model prototype.
Autobot Central is a facilitated program space featuring hands-on workshops where visitors design robotic creations using some of the same skills used by Transformers designers. The space will also feature vintage commercials and cartoons.
The Become Bumblebee interactive asks visitors to imagine if YOU were a Transformer as you virtually transform into a robot on screen.
Re: Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote (1653879)
Posted by griftimus prime on February 20th, 2015 @ 7:46pm CST
Posted by griftimus prime on February 20th, 2015 @ 7:46pm CST
why would they have combiner wars megatron with g1 prime? and megatrons cannon is on the wrong arm.
Re: Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote (1653938)
Posted by Flashwave on February 20th, 2015 @ 10:21pm CST
Posted by Flashwave on February 20th, 2015 @ 10:21pm CST
Gee, this is half an hour from me, and mopst of that time is spent sitting in Indy traffic, not actual distance. I should probably go...
1) The kids don't mind nearly as much as we do. Megs is Megs.
2) I'm betting its a mirrored image. We've seen that artwork before.
griftimus prime wrote:why would they have combiner wars megatron with g1 prime? and megatrons cannon is on the wrong arm.
1) The kids don't mind nearly as much as we do. Megs is Megs.
2) I'm betting its a mirrored image. We've seen that artwork before.
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Posted by SlyTF1 on February 21st, 2015 @ 12:49am CST
Posted by SlyTF1 on February 21st, 2015 @ 12:49am CST
I would travel across a sea of stars to go to this place. I'll try to at some point. Even though, I live nowhere near it.
Re: Transformers Take 2nd in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Visitors and Fans Vote (1654321)
Posted by morphobots on February 21st, 2015 @ 3:40pm CST
You're closer than me, man. I'm 3 hours away, and I put in for the day off from work to go. Told my co-workers I'm going to point out everything the exhibit got wrong
Posted by morphobots on February 21st, 2015 @ 3:40pm CST
Flashwave wrote:Gee, this is half an hour from me, and mopst of that time is spent sitting in Indy traffic, not actual distance. I should probably go...griftimus prime wrote:why would they have combiner wars megatron with g1 prime? and megatrons cannon is on the wrong arm.
1) The kids don't mind nearly as much as we do. Megs is Megs.
2) I'm betting its a mirrored image. We've seen that artwork before.
You're closer than me, man. I'm 3 hours away, and I put in for the day off from work to go. Told my co-workers I'm going to point out everything the exhibit got wrong
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Posted by Flashwave on February 22nd, 2015 @ 1:28pm CST
Well, just saw what day it was, and already have an obligation on the SE side, I'd say "Seibertron.com mini-meetup". I still have several shirts in my dresser that need an offical type wearin'
Posted by Flashwave on February 22nd, 2015 @ 1:28pm CST
morphobots wrote:Flashwave wrote:Gee, this is half an hour from me, and mopst of that time is spent sitting in Indy traffic, not actual distance. I should probably go...griftimus prime wrote:why would they have combiner wars megatron with g1 prime? and megatrons cannon is on the wrong arm.
1) The kids don't mind nearly as much as we do. Megs is Megs.
2) I'm betting its a mirrored image. We've seen that artwork before.
You're closer than me, man. I'm 3 hours away, and I put in for the day off from work to go. Told my co-workers I'm going to point out everything the exhibit got wrong
Well, just saw what day it was, and already have an obligation on the SE side, I'd say "Seibertron.com mini-meetup". I still have several shirts in my dresser that need an offical type wearin'
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Posted by morphobots on February 22nd, 2015 @ 2:18pm CST
I don't know exactly when I'll be there, owing to our crazy Indiana weather, but it will definitely be on the 7th. I can PM you when the date gets closer.
Posted by morphobots on February 22nd, 2015 @ 2:18pm CST
Flashwave wrote:morphobots wrote:Flashwave wrote:Gee, this is half an hour from me, and mopst of that time is spent sitting in Indy traffic, not actual distance. I should probably go...griftimus prime wrote:why would they have combiner wars megatron with g1 prime? and megatrons cannon is on the wrong arm.
1) The kids don't mind nearly as much as we do. Megs is Megs.
2) I'm betting its a mirrored image. We've seen that artwork before.
You're closer than me, man. I'm 3 hours away, and I put in for the day off from work to go. Told my co-workers I'm going to point out everything the exhibit got wrong
Well, just saw what day it was, and already have an obligation on the SE side, I'd say "Seibertron.com mini-meetup". I still have several shirts in my dresser that need an offical type wearin'
I don't know exactly when I'll be there, owing to our crazy Indiana weather, but it will definitely be on the 7th. I can PM you when the date gets closer.
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Posted by Va'al on March 7th, 2015 @ 1:09pm CST
Posted by Va'al on March 7th, 2015 @ 1:09pm CST
A we've been mentioning through today, site owner Seibertron was able to make the trip the Children's Museum on Indianapolis, in order to visit the new, Hasbro licensed, Transformers: Robots in Disguise exhibit we reported on a while ago!
If you head below and click on the images provided, you can take a look at a fairly extensive gallery covering the various parts of the history of the Transformers showcased, from interactive features, the prototypes and models on show (from unused toys to BotShots and more), the Soundwave through the ages collection, the vehicles of Movie Optimus Prime and Bumblebee on display, a Beast Wars diorama, a "design a Transformer" area, cartoons running in a room where kids can play with simplified 3 Step Transformers, an area where you can "become a Transformer" by motion-capture controlling a screen Bumblebee, and much much more than meets the eye!
If you head below and click on the images provided, you can take a look at a fairly extensive gallery covering the various parts of the history of the Transformers showcased, from interactive features, the prototypes and models on show (from unused toys to BotShots and more), the Soundwave through the ages collection, the vehicles of Movie Optimus Prime and Bumblebee on display, a Beast Wars diorama, a "design a Transformer" area, cartoons running in a room where kids can play with simplified 3 Step Transformers, an area where you can "become a Transformer" by motion-capture controlling a screen Bumblebee, and much much more than meets the eye!
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Posted by Primeultimus on March 7th, 2015 @ 2:57pm CST
Posted by Primeultimus on March 7th, 2015 @ 2:57pm CST
I own the Slot car set in the bottom picture. Really awesome to play with!
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Posted by Va'al on March 7th, 2015 @ 5:29pm CST
Posted by Va'al on March 7th, 2015 @ 5:29pm CST
Curious about the Transformers: Robots in Disguise exhibit at the Children's Museum of Indianapolis, but cannot make it yourself, and the gallery we posted earlier is just not enough? Check out the embedded video below, then, and bask in almost 40 minutes of walkthrough to the whole thing as site owner Seibertron shows us around the place, and gives his thoughts live as he explores the museum with his family!
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Posted by Sigmus Prime on March 7th, 2015 @ 5:42pm CST
Posted by Sigmus Prime on March 7th, 2015 @ 5:42pm CST
Ugh. Wish I still lived close to there - I may have actually been able to make it 
. Nevertheless, this looks like a pretty cool little event - hopefully they'll do it again sometime.
. Nevertheless, this looks like a pretty cool little event - hopefully they'll do it again sometime.
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Posted by LE0KING on March 7th, 2015 @ 8:26pm CST
Posted by LE0KING on March 7th, 2015 @ 8:26pm CST
When does this end? I live about thirty minutes from there and I'll try to swing by when I go home for spring break.
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Posted by King Kuuga on March 7th, 2015 @ 8:50pm CST
July 28th I think the sign said.
Posted by King Kuuga on March 7th, 2015 @ 8:50pm CST
LE0KING wrote:When does this end? I live about thirty minutes from there and I'll try to swing by when I go home for spring break.
July 28th I think the sign said.
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Posted by Va'al on March 20th, 2015 @ 7:25pm CDT
Posted by Va'al on March 20th, 2015 @ 7:25pm CDT
We have received a press release regarding the wonderful Children's Museum of Indianapolis exhibit on Transformers: Robots in Disguise, spanning the entirety of the franchise so far, and including some great figures, initiatives and interactive areas for children and children at heart. You can take a look at what Seibertron made of the whole shebang right here and via video here, and head below for an official look at the project!
Inspiring the imagination of kids and adults for generations The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis celebrates 30 years of these heroic robots in TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE, opening March 7, 2015.
“Are you an AUTOBOT or a DECEPTICON?” will be asked of visitors entering this unique intergenerational exhibit through giant TRANSFORMERS masks. Inside, children and families will recognize all their favorite characters — from the evil DECEPTICON leader MEGATRON and his archrival, the wise OPTIMUS PRIME and the AUTOBOT army, to BUMBLEBEE and STARSCREAM. The exhibit will span the universe of the TRANSFORMERS brand, from Generation 1, which debuted in 1984, to the characters from Hasbro’s newest animated series TRANSFORMERS ROBOTS IN DISGUISE – giving every member of the family a chance to share favorite memories.
"TRANSFORMERS prove that ordinary things can become extraordinary with an active imagination and great engineering,” said Dr. Jeffrey H. Patchen, president and CEO, The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. “Just when you thought you were looking at a cool Camaro, you realize that underneath the shell is a giant AUTOBOT with a taste for adventure named BUMBLEBEE. We want families to explore how there really is more to the world than meets the eye and as they learn that together, they will share the joy of puzzle solving and discovery.”
It’s a jet, a car, a dinosaur! It’s a TRANSFORMERS Character!
Since the 1980s, the TRANSFORMERS brand has fascinated children and parents alike with heroic AUTOBOTS and villainous DECEPTICONS. Visitors will be immersed deep inside the universe of the TRANSFORMERS brand viewing rare and collectable toys, comics, memorabilia, film props and more!
Prepare to be transported to the future as the exhibit also features the all new animated series, TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE, set to debut on the Cartoon Network at 6pm EST on March 14th. Visitors will discover all new characters and a fun action-packed storyline in which BUMBLEBEE must return to Earth and lead a rag tag team of AUTOBOTS who must capture a group of DECEPTICONS on the loose.
“We’re very excited to bring the TRANSFORMERS brand to life by showcasing the creativity and innovation behind a brand that’s been in families’ homes for more than three decades,” says Tom Warner, Senior Vice President Transformers Franchise Lead, Hasbro, Inc. “Bringing together fans of all generations, this exhibit celebrates how the franchise has evolved in both engineering and design, and in entertainment over the past 30 years. It’s an exhibit you won’t want to miss!”
Visitors will be amazed by the breadth and depth of this museum exhibit about the universe of the TRANSFORMERS brand, which will feature:
A scale replica of an OPTIMUS PRIME character
A talking 2015 BUMBLEBEE Camaro
Various movie props
Extensive displays of TRANSFORMERS toys
“Become BUMBLEBEE” digital interactive
A large TRANSFORMERS Beast Wars battle scene diorama
Limited engagement display of Transformers: Age of Extinction OPTIMUS PRIME semi-truck
Transformers Rescue Bots preschool play tables
Design studio delights with hands-on experiences as families role play together.
What are the secrets to creating something that can move and contort itself into an entirely different being? Enter the Design Studio within the TRANSFORMERS exhibit and visitors will discover the artistic design and engineering that goes into crafting these beloved characters. They’ll explore how the TRANSFORMERS robots twist and change, and be inspired to use their own imaginations to design, prototype, sculpt and hand-paint their own TRANSFORMERS characters for more exciting stories!
Central Indiana Honda Dealers are the presenting sponsors with support from Pepsi and Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St. Vincent.
About The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis is a nonprofit institution committed to creating extraordinary learning experiences across the arts, sciences, and humanities that have the power to transform the lives of children and families. For more information about The Children's Museum, visit www.childrensmuseum.org, follow us on Twitter @TCMIndy, Facebook.com/childrensmuseum and YouTube.com/IndyTCM.
About Hasbro
Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) is a global company committed to Creating the World’s Best Play Experiences, by leveraging its beloved brands, including LITTLEST PET SHOP, MAGIC: THE GATHERING, MONOPOLY, MY LITTLE PONY, NERF, PLAY-DOH, TRANSFORMERS, and premier partner brands. From toys and games, television programming, motion pictures, digital gaming and a comprehensive lifestyle licensing program, Hasbro fulfills the fundamental need for play and connection for children and families around the world. The Company’s Hasbro Studios creates entertainment brand-driven storytelling across mediums, including television, film and more. Through the company's commitment to corporate social responsibility, including philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to build a safe and sustainable world and to positively impact the lives of millions of children and families every year. Learn more at www.hasbro.com and follow us on Twitter (@Hasbro & @HasbroNews).
TRANSFORMERS, all related characters and ROBOTS IN DISGUISE are trademarks of Hasbro and are used with permission. ®2015 Hasbro. All rights reserved. Licensed by Hasbro.
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Posted by william-james88 on March 25th, 2015 @ 10:59am CDT
Posted by william-james88 on March 25th, 2015 @ 10:59am CDT
We received the following press release regarding a "behind the scenes" feature of the Indianapolis Children's Museum.
The Optimus Prime truck from TRANSFORMERS: Age of Extinction is at the museum through April 5, and since visitors can’t go inside the cab, we decided to show it off in this video: https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10153245274993701&comment_id=10153245332528701
We also have a blog post with some additional interesting facts from Western Star/Daimler: https://www.childrensmuseum.org/blog/inside-optimus-prime-big-rig
In other news, we also recently posted a blog post by our Creative Director, who details the process behind making the TRANSFORMERS exhibit commercial: https://www.childrensmuseum.org/blog/transformers-commercial
We’ll have more blogs rolling out in the coming weeks, potentially from Karl and Pete, and likely from Hasbro designers. So continue to keep an eye on our social channels for new TRANSFORMERS content.
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Posted by King Kuuga on March 25th, 2015 @ 12:23pm CDT
Posted by King Kuuga on March 25th, 2015 @ 12:23pm CDT
Those were some fun little videos. I hope they attract lots of kids to come have a blast at this exhibit.
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Posted by Wheeljack808 on March 25th, 2015 @ 1:35pm CDT
Posted by Wheeljack808 on March 25th, 2015 @ 1:35pm CDT
This is really cool (I mean where was this when I was a kid?)
I just wish they'd stop using Optimus's crappy Michael Bay colours every time I see a "real life" Optimus.
Still super snazzy paint job. That's cool.
I just wish they'd stop using Optimus's crappy Michael Bay colours every time I see a "real life" Optimus.
Still super snazzy paint job. That's cool.
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Posted by TulioDude on March 25th, 2015 @ 10:01pm CDT
Posted by TulioDude on March 25th, 2015 @ 10:01pm CDT
Must be fun to see one of those close-up
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Posted by King Kuuga on March 25th, 2015 @ 11:22pm CDT
Like it or not, that IS Optimus Prime for this generation. From what I've read around this site, a lot of kids are barely aware that there is a TV show NOW, much less a history of TV shows that Transformers pulls from. The live action films are the definitive Transformers to them.
Posted by King Kuuga on March 25th, 2015 @ 11:22pm CDT
Wheeljack808 wrote:This is really cool (I mean where was this when I was a kid?)
I just wish they'd stop using Optimus's crappy Michael Bay colours every time I see a "real life" Optimus.
Still super snazzy paint job. That's cool.
Like it or not, that IS Optimus Prime for this generation. From what I've read around this site, a lot of kids are barely aware that there is a TV show NOW, much less a history of TV shows that Transformers pulls from. The live action films are the definitive Transformers to them.
