Category: Black Doll History
Barbie’s First Black Friend
Barbie’s First Black Friend Barbie has undergone significant changes since her debut in 1959. She has…
Black Dolls Matter: A Word…With Jason Johnson
Celebrating the Power of Representation Black Dolls Matter® is a brand that represents a powerful message…
Meet Victoria Adesanmi
Meet Victoria Adesanmi, the Nigerian-American mastermind behind the creation of Barbie’s Malibu DreamHouse. This amazing real-life…
The Barbie Movie: A Celebration of Diversity
The Barbie Movie: A Celebration of Diversity In the Barbie Movie, diversity will be celebrated! That’s…
SUN-MAN: The Legacy Continues
SUN-MAN: The Legacy Continues Olmec Toys, founded by Yla Eason, has made waves in the toy…
How It Began
How It Began As we commemorate Black History, I am honored to share my personal story…
Shindana Toy Company
The Shindana Toy Company was a trailblazer in the world of dolls, specifically for Black children….
The Doll Test
Once upon a time, in the 1940s, two doctors named Mamie and Kenneth Clark decided to…
Topsy-Turvy
Everything is Upside Down Topsy-Turvy Dolls, also known as reversible dolls, have a long-standing tradition dating…
Mark Ruffin
Black Dolls Matter® founder Mark Ruffin has made a significant impact in the toy and entertainment…