Moon Marble

There’s a community of collectors, artists and kids keeping the marble culture alive in Bonner Springs, Kansas. Plus: A lucky pig in eastern Kansas managed to cheat death after jumping off a truck transporting it to a feedlot.

The little round balls may seem a bit outdated compared to some current games, but there’s a community of collectors, artists and kids keeping marble culture alive. In this store and studio just outside Kansas City, visitors can watch marbles being made.

Whether you are shopping for that next birthday party, adding to your personal collection, or curious about toy history, the Kansas City area is filled with unique, locally owned toy shops — including a marble maker, a doll hospital, and a Japanese blind box store.