Barbie: The History of America's Most Famous Doll
Name:
Barbie: The History of America's Most Famous Doll
Date:
January 20, 2024
Time:
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST
Website:
https://rhinelanderlibrary.org/
Event Description:
Hi Barbie! Learn the history of the most famous doll in the world on Saturday, January 20th, 11 a.m. in the Rhinelander library meeting room. In this virtual illustrated lecture, historian Leslie Goddard delves into the history of Barbie and her inventor, the passionately creative – and intensely competitive — Ruth Handler. Learn what inspired Handler to develop Barbie in 1959, how Barbie helped make Mattel one of the world’s most successful toy companies, and what Barbie’s impact has been on American culture.
