Growing up, many of us have fond memories of stepping into a McDonald's and heading straight for the play place. The laughter, the slides, the unique design of these play areas provided us with countless hours of entertainment and joy. For many families, it was a place of respite, where children could play freely and parents could unwind for a brief moment, enveloped in the aromas of fries and burgers.

However, these beloved play places are disappearing at an alarming rate, and with them, the nostalgic charm they brought to countless childhoods. In Hicksville, New York, the last of the 1990s designed McDonald's play places is under threat of removal. This location stands as a testament to a bygone era, preserving the magic and whimsical architecture that so many remember fondly.

The removal of these play areas represents not just a loss of physical structures but also the erasure of cherished memories and traditions that brought communities together. These spaces provided a unique blend of fun and fellowship, and their removal impacts future generations who deserve to share in that experience.

We need to advocate for preserving these nostalgic play places, appealing to McDonald’s to recognize their cultural and emotional value. Just as museums preserve art and history, these play areas are icons of pop culture deserving of the same consideration. Let us come together, as past patrons and future advocates, to demand that these play places be protected.

Sign this petition to urge McDonald's and relevant stakeholders to keep the remaining nostalgia-rich play places intact, starting with the last standing 1990s designed location in Hicksville. By raising our voices in unison, we hope to convey the importance of these spaces and ensure their legacy lives on for future generations.