The Met Paper Dollhouse

Travel through time as you explore the famous period rooms at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and craft your own dollhouse with the press-out paper dolls and objects.

Immerse yourself in five opulent historical spaces with this chic, illustrated dollhouse book that brings to life the period rooms at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Perfect for dollhouse fans and crafting hobbyists of all ages, The Met Paper Dollhouse is the ideal way to recreate the magic of The Met’s beloved period rooms and build your own dream historical spaces.

Press out and craft your own period-inspired dollhouses:

• The latest book in The Met Dress Up Paper Dolls series
• Learn about how people lived throughout history in a format perfect for youngsters and crafting enthusiasts alike
• The ideal gift for kids who enjoy dollhouses, as well as fans of period-themed museum exhibits

Shelter under the pagoda in a Chinese-inspired garden while admiring exotic plants, explore an 18th-century parlor, and admire a lavishly decorated Gilded-age dressing room – all while learning about the history of these spaces and the fascinating objects within them.

Then, pop out and play with exquisitely designed stylish furniture, from incense burners to dressing tables, and bring the scenes to life in your very own dollhouse.

© The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

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