Akron's Blue Santa

The original Akron Blue Santa was discovered in 2002 during an archaeological dig at Lock 3 Park on Main St in Downtown Akron. 

It was manufactured on the site by The American Marble & Toy Manufacturing Co. (1884-1904.) 

Dated to the mid 1890's, the 2 1/4" tall Blue Santa is one of the earliest representations of St. Nicholas to be manufactured for mass distribution.

It is also the oldest figurine of a Santa known to exist.

Today's Blue Santa is an authentic reproduction, made using the same method as the 1890's original.