Ives' history is steeped in innovation and the tenacious American spirit. Founded in 1868, Edward Ives used his cobbler skills to pioneer into the toy-making industry in Plymouth, Connecticut. Edward Ives's shift from shoe-repair to toy-making led to a revolutionary start in creating lithographed paper on wood toys before venturing into the soon-to-be popular field of clockwork toys. The brand went on to produce nautical, aeronautical, and railway sets that caused a stir in the market, due to their intricate contrast to the generic themes dominant at the time. By the 20th Century, Ives had become one of the largest toy train manufacturers in the US, admired for the vivid lithography and exquisite attention to detail. The tale of Ives truly narrates the passion for innovation and an unending love for crafting childhood memories that thrive in the hearts of many even today.