Playskool’s Play Friends & Familiar Places line brought real-world locations down to kid scale in the mid-1970s. Sturdy plastic “Play Friends” figures, often nicknamed the block-heads by collectors, teamed up with detailed playsets modeled after places kids recognized, from busy restaurants to roadside hotels and rescue stations.

Designed for imaginative, everyday storytelling, Familiar Places blended pretend play with the look of 1970s America, complete with licensed brands and authentic signage. Today, these sets and their companion figures are sought after for their display-worthy design, nostalgic themes, and mix-and-match accessories. If you love vintage playsets that feel like a snapshot of the times, Play Friends & Familiar Places is a standout line to collect.