When Toys Were Toys

When Toys Were Toys is a dedicated vintage toy shop located at 12200 N Brentfield Drive in Dunlap, Illinois, just north of Peoria. Founded in 2019, the store specializes in buying, selling, and trading toys, video games, collectibles, and pop culture memorabilia from the 1970s, 80s, and 90s, including sought-after action figures from iconic lines like Star Wars, Transformers, G.I. Joe, and more. The shop engages with the local collector community through Facebook Live auctions and regular appearances at toy shows and flea markets throughout the region.