FAO Schwartz 5th Ave.

FAO Schwarz was founded in 1862 and over the years, became known around the world for its unique high-end toys and life-sized stuffed animals. It's most famous store on Fifth Avenue in New York City became a popular tourist destination. The store is also well known for many major movie scenes which have been filmed inside and outside the store. Its famous floor piano gained iconic status when a scene in Tom Hank's 1988 movie "Big" featured Hanks and Robert Loggia dancing "Heart and Soul" and "Chopsticks" on it.

Unfortunately, the store became a victim of rising rental rates and the costs of running the business in New York City's hottest shopping district. It was closed July 15, 2015, but shortly before it closed, Monet Troll was able to visit. It was a trip to remember as these pictures are some of the last taken in the store.



LEGO Dude

LEGO Trooper

Yes, Monet is in there.