Ruth Handler: The Story Behind Her Dream Doll Creation, Barbie (TM)

Name: Ruth Handler: The Story Behind Her Dream Doll Creation, Barbie (TM)
Start: 2025-03-15T15:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-03-15T16:00:00-05:00
Location: Messenger Public Library of North Aurora

Program Type:

History & Culture, Performance

Age Group:

Adults

Registration for this event will close on March 15, 2025 @ 3:00pm.

There are 29 seats remaining.

Event Details

Step back in time to 1994, the 35th anniversary of Mattel’s bestselling doll, Barbie. Storyteller Lynn Rymarz portrays Ruth Handler, the creator of Barbie. Hear about the beginnings of Barbie, from inspiration to creation, and about Ruth who was, the last of ten children born to Polish Jewish parents. Lynn shares how Ruth grew up in Denver, married, and moved to California where she and her husband founded the toy company Mattel.

Learn about Ruth’s autobiography, displayed with a vintage Barbie, photos, posters, and more.

Bring your own Barbie to share!

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