The Minnesota Toy Library is a toy lending program for families with children ages birth to 5 years. Like a book library, you can check-out up to five toys, take them home for 2-4 weeks and exchange them for new ones when you return!

Mission

• Reduce waste
• Promote child development
• Build community

Did you know in North America, the average amount spent on toys per child was 300 U.S. dollars in 2019? Most of which will end up in landfills. Through the toy library, families can access thousands of toys for as little as $40/year. Annual membership runs on a sliding scale $40-$100, depending on what works best for your family.

Become a member at one of our lending events at any one of our three branches. Locations in South Minneapolis, Northeast Minneapolis, and St. Paul. 

The toy library offers an opportunity for families to connect with one another while supporting their child(ren)’s development through play and reducing their impact on the environment.