Irvin Kipper

Irvin 'Kip' Kipper was a World War II pilot who, after being captured and held as a prisoner of war, opened Kip's Toyland in Los Angeles in 1945. His vision was to create a joyful place for children to explore toys, at a time when standalone toy stores were rare. Kip's legacy lives on through his son, Don, who continues to operate the store amidst modern challenges.