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Twenty years ago, we started our company in the garage of the home where Doug grew up — we had to be careful not to disturb Doug's parents who were still living there! Thanks to your support, we've been able to move into a real office down the road, a building that actually has separate ladies and men's bathrooms! Our philosophy has remained the same over the years–to make each and every customer a happy and permanent member of the Melissa & Doug family, while offering products with tremendous value, quality and design. We've always welcomed customer suggestions, and we continually strive to make improvements to our products. We're honored by the faith you place in us and view it as our responsibility to continue to earn your trust in the years to come!

AUGUST 1988- Too nervous to ask Melissa to marry him, Doug asks Melissa to start a business with him instead.
OCTOBER 1988- While still dating, Melissa and Doug start their company in the garage at Doug's parents' house.
1991- Our first wooden toy is introduced, the Fuzzy Farm puzzle. Kids across the country tell us they never knew pigs were fuzzy.
2002- Our sales staff expands, and we all have to share one desk in order to keep costs low.