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Our Story

"If You Can Dream It, We Can Theme It" is not just our motto, but what we do best!

In 1997, founder Bruce Barry was contacted to create an engaging children's space for a small church in Arkansas, and Wacky World Studios was born! From the very beginning, we have been the industry leader in creating one-of-a-kind immersive children’s church environments. Most recently we have branched out into healthcare facilities, museums, libraries, parks & recreation, restaurants, retail and even private residences.

In 2020, Wacky World Studios was acquired by PlayCore, which has provided us with an opportunity to accelerate our products, service offerings and customer reach. In return, we are able to bring our award-winning immersive theming solutions to PlayCore's already extensive product and service offerings.

PlayCore is a purpose-driven Company committed to building stronger communities around the world by advancing play and recreation. The company infuses scholarly learning, through its Center for Outreach, Research, and Education, into its comprehensive family of brands. PlayCore combines best-in-class educational programming with the most comprehensive portfolio of commercial play and recreation products and services to create tailored solutions that match the unique needs of each community served.


What We're All About!

From concept to reality, we deliver world-class interior one-of-a-kind design solutions that are both educational and inspirational for every space and any budget.

Awards & Recognitions

Over the years, Wacky World has been the proud recipient of some prestigious awards!

Production Manager George Jones in the workshop being interviewed.

Inspiration and Purpose

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The Customer Experience

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Design and Process

What We Do

Your One-Stop Shop!

Our award-winning design team utilizes murals, 3D sculptures, interactive play features and more to create fully-immersive themed environments that will leave you speechless!

Our Team

Meet the Theme Team!

Our talented and diverse team, made up of craftsmen, artists, sculptors, painters, carpenters, designers, technicians and administrators, has been creating spectacular themed environments for over twenty years.

Parent Company

PlayCore

PlayCore is a purpose-driven Company committed to building healthy communities around the world by advancing play and recreation. The company infuses scholarly learning, through its Center for Outreach, Research, and Education, into its comprehensive family of brands. PlayCore combines best-in-class educational programming with the most comprehensive portfolio of play and recreation products and services to create tailored environments that match the unique needs of each community served. Learn more at www.playcore.com

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Press Releases, In the News and More

Find out what's going on with Wacky World and keep up with all the latest news!

Image depicts two rooms. On the left is a Dinosaur themed space with a 3D relief Dinosaur and tree. On the right is a classroom with tables and chairs and a blue wall with square geometric shapes of a lighter color.

Education August 2, 2023

Timeless vs Modern

Recent trends in interior decor for children tend to be geared more towards...

2 cartoon character men standing facing the WW logo of pink letters on a green swath background with text reading "Product Descriptions"

Education July 26, 2023

Product Descriptions #1

Curious what a 2D cutout or 3D relief is? Here are some descriptions of...

Image of inclusive passive play features, a 3D sculpted sandcastle and doggie bath.

Inclusive Design July 19, 2023

Active vs Passive Play

We are passionate about designing inclusive play environments so that all children...

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