Barbie™: A Cultural Icon Exhibition at the New York State Museum
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 03/08/2026
Meet Barbie®: the multi-generation powerhouse that started it all, made history, and broke boundaries.
Barbie™: A Cultural Icon Exhibition celebrates Barbie as a reflection of culture, with exclusive designer interviews and an up-close look at vintage dolls, iconic cultural moments, and fashion trends from each era. The exhibition features a priceless collection of over 300 artifacts from the 64-year history of Barbie, including the very first 1959 doll, an original Barbie Dreamhouse, behind-the-scenes prototypes, as well as some of the most infamous Barbie dolls throughout history. Visitors will also find numerous photo ops throughout the exhibition for shareable moments.
A role model, a muse, a best friend—Barbie means something to everyone. Step back into your childhood and join us on this exhibition of a six-decade evolution, and the making of a global icon.
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Location:
New York State Museum, 222 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12230, United States
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The event has already taken place on this date:
03/08/2026
Time:
10 am - 2 pm
Price:
Free
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