Barbie was officially born on March 9, 1959, when she launched at the American Toy Fair in New York City. Mattel’s co-creator, Ruth Handler, became inspired to create a 3D doll that could inspire ...

FRANKFURT, Germany — There’s no other fashionista who has reinvented herself more, splurged on expensive accessories as much, or gone solo just when the world thought she might get tied down for life.

The world’s most famous doll is getting her own exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center this spring and summer. Featuring more than 300 artifacts, Barbie: A Cultural Icon takes visitors through the 66 ...

Barbie: A Cultural Icon arrives in Cincinnati in April. The iconic American toy doll, Barbie, debuted in 1959 and has been a cultural mainstay for more than six decades. An exhibit this spring at the ...

Tarpley Hitt's new book 'Barbieland: The Unauthorized History' offers a surprising new look at the doll that was most recently showcased in the 2023 film A new book is looking into the life and times ...

Vintage Barbie dolls have become a hot commodity in the collectibles market, with some fetching prices that rival fine art. These iconic toys, once staples of childhood playrooms, are now sought after ...