The art of making and manipulating puppets is called puppetry. Most historians agree that puppets originated in India where the Hindus believed puppets had lived with the gods before coming down to earth. Puppets were also popular in ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, and soon spread to all of western Europe, Asia and Africa. The designs and styles of these ancient puppets reflected their history, religion, mythology and culture. A Pilgrim puppet was brought to the New World on the Mayflower, but puppets were not new to the native Americans who had used them in religious ceremonies for generations. Many famous authors and composers, including Goethe, Shakespeare, G.B. Shaw, Haydn and Stravinsky have written works especially for puppets.

About Us...

"Second Street Puppets" are a reflection of today's diverse American society, embracing a variety of cultures and stories, and are designed to be used for play as well as teaching tools and performances. These puppets are handmade, using a variety of colorful fabrics and original patterns designed by Joy and Michael at their home in rural Minnesota. Suggestions for new designs, stories and fabrics are always welcome! Each handmade puppet is, indeed, a labor of love.

 

Contact Information:

email: sales@secondstreetpuppets.com

Mailing address: P.O. Box 1153, Moorhead, MN 56560