Hape to launch The Met toy line later this year

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has teamed up with Hape Toys for a line of art-inspired infant and toddler toys, set to be unveiled in late 2025.

The collection will span puzzles, learning toys and other developmental toys that integrate distinctive elements of The Met collection.

“We are excited to collaborate with The Met to develop a range of toys that blend our passion for early learning with the vast collection of one of the world’s most renowned art institutions” said Peter Handstein, Founder and CEO of Hape.

“This collaboration represents the natural fit between the world of high-quality Hape toys and the magnificence of The Met’s heritage. It’s an exciting opportunity to infuse learning through play with an appreciation of art from an early age.”

Josh Romm, Head of Global Licensing and Partnerships at The Met, added: “Aligning with The Met mission to foster creativity and learning about art, we are proud to announce this new collaboration with Hape.

“The program will merge Hape’s expertise in early learning toys with the rich stories of 5,000 years of art in The Met collection in pursuit of inspiring the next generation.”