Raggedy Ann & Andy Museum

The Johnny Gruelle Raggedy Ann & Andy Museum opened to the public in May of 1999, in Arcola, Illinois. We are the only officially licensed Raggedy Ann & Andy museum in the world! The mission of the Johnny Gruelle Raggedy Ann and Andy Museum is to preserve the life and times of the man who created the storybook characters, and to promote the inspiration, values, and spirit of imagination that has made them an American institution for so many years.

Exhibits

The Museum is host to a large collection of rare Raggedy Ann & Andy memorabilia. From precious family paintings and dolls to Raggedy's visiting from Japan, there is certainly enough Raggedy history to keep one wandering for hours.

The Many Sides of Johnny Gruelle

Come explore the many aspects to the man who created Raggedy Ann and Andy. This exhibit showcases Johnny Gruelle's many interests, passions and loves, along with treasured family photos.

Marcella's Room

Recreation of Marcella's playroom, the birthplace of Raggedy Ann and her many adventures.

The Deep Deep Woods, home to Raggedy Ann & Andy's many colorful adventures, are now home to a myriad of displays, telling the history of both the creator and his beloved doll.

The Museum is also host to a large assortment of Raggedys from Japan. Here you can explore the history of the beloved dolls from another culture and land.

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