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AMERICAN GIRL 35 YEARS OF STRONG CHARACTERS

WELCOME First and foremost, welcome to the Changnon-Piper Museum of Toys and Collectibles. A new and virtual museum, launched in 2021, showcasing the incredible collection of toys and collectibles from the Changnon-Piper Family Trust. With over 5,000 objects, we are grateful that the family has chosen us to showcase these artifacts to the public for the first time.

Our inaugural exhibit, American Girl: 35 Years of Strong Characters, showcases Blake Changnon’s extensive American Girl collection and celebrates the toy company’s 35th anniversary of creating strong, courageous and heroic characters living and growing up in different times in America’s history.

Introduced in 1986 by founder Pleasant T. Rowland, the flagship line of Historical Characters includes dolls, books and historically accurate clothing, accessories and furniture that children can use to play out the stories of the characters.

You will learn that each character is not simply a doll accompanied by toys, but a heroine of their own story that inspires and connects children to develop their own attributes of character. Ultimately becoming a role model for children and teaching them the educating power of being true to oneself.

As you flip through these pages, you will meet 16 different characters from pivotal times in history and a small selection of their collection. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to read more about American Girl, how they create characters, the woman behind the idea and the individual behind this great collection you see here.

We welcome you to the Changnon-Piper Museum of Toys and Collectibles and hope you enjoy our first exhibit, American Girl: 35 Years of Strong Characters. We look forward to sharing more from this trust in the years to come.

Sincerely, Blake Changnon

Chris Piper

Blake Changnon President, CEO

Chris Piper

and Co-Founder

and Co-Founder

Chief Research Officer

KAYA

FELICITY

CAROLINE

JOSEFINA

CECILE &

KIRSTEN

ADDY

SAMANTHA

REBECCA

KIT

NANEA

MOLLY

MARYELLEN

MELODY

JULIE

COURTNEY

MARIE-GRACE

The Changnon-Piper Museum of Toys and Collectibles preserves, acquires, educates and inspires children of all ages through the collection generously on loan by the Changnon-Piper Family Trust.

MEET PLEASANT ROWLAND HOW AN IDEA SPARKED A MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR COMPANY This article was originally published by The Toy Association for the 21st Annual TOTY Awards Ceremony in recognition of Pleasant Rowland’s induction into the Toy Industry Hall of Fame. Visit toyassociation.org to read the article and learn more.

Pleasant T. Rowland founded American Girl, originally known as Pleasant Company, nearly 35 years ago, believing that great stories with aspirational characters could inspire girls to make their own positive mark on the world. Since then, American Girl has been a trusted partner in empowering girls with confidence and character.

After an inspiring trip to Colonial Williamsburg in 1986, Pleasant combined her love of American history and her commitment to high-quality educational products to create The American Girls Collection, a line of historically-accurate books, dolls, and accessories representing pivotal times in America’s past.

The collection has been lauded for its ability to bring history to life for millions of children through imaginative play.

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As a trailblazer in creating purposeful play, Pleasant expanded her vision beyond the initial collection with the launch of a contemporary line, now called Truly Me, that celebrates girls’ individuality with dolls featuring a diverse array of face shapes, skin tones, eye colors, and hairstyles, plus realistic accessories. A line of advice books, Smart Girls’ Guides, followed to give kids the tools to navigate the ups and downs of growing up and included the bestselling body book for girls, The Care and Keeping of You, which is a rite of passage book among tweens today. To date, the advice series has sold nearly 12 million copies.

To give voice to a diverse range of personalities, Pleasant also created the Girl of the Year line, featuring contemporary characters who experience modern-day issues and inspire girls to make a difference. To support the littlest American girls, Pleasant also created Bitty Baby, a nurturing line of diverse baby dolls.

As American Girl grew in popularity and sales, major toy companies took notice, and Mattel acquired the brand in 1998.

Shortly thereafter, Pleasant fulfilled her dream of opening an experiential retail store, American Girl Place-Chicago, where— for the first time—fans could shop the product in person and immerse themselves in a unique dining experience with their dolls; a live theater performance; and a Doll Hair Salon. To date, American Girl has welcomed 100+ million visitors to its popular retail stores and has been recognized as a premier model for experiential retail.

Pleasant also has been widely celebrated for her generous philanthropic efforts, providing millions to children’s charities nationwide.

Today, guided by Pleasant’s original vision, American Girl has grown into one of the nation’s most beloved brands. Through powerful stories of courageous heroines, American Girl has helped shape an entire generation of women of character—a testament to the spirit and ingenuity of the company’s remarkable founder.

HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN GIRL HISTORICAL CHARACTERS Part of this article was originally published by American Girl Wiki in 2021. Visit americangirl.fandom.com to read the entire article and explore other articles.

The Beginning Pleasant Rowland gave two reasons for her initial creation of the line. One reason was to provide a doll the same age as the child who would be playing with it and present it as a friend rather than a baby to take care of or an adult to be like in the future.

The other reason was to offer a chance to teach history to children using the method of a character near their age, offering a smaller personal focus for largely arching historical time periods and giving a personal focus from a character whom they could relate to.

The Flagship Line The Historical Characters refers to the flagship American Girl doll collection that focuses on the lives of various historical characters through American history. First known as The American Girls Collection, the line was rebranded in 2014 as BeForever with new “meet outfits,” new collections and changes to books.

The BeForever name was dropped in 2019 with the line reverting back to Historical Characters, while still keeping many of the changes implemented from BeForever such as the newer and brighter “meet outfits” and accessories.

Meet Outfits and Accessories In the American Girl: 35 Years of Strong Characters exhibit, the Changnon-Piper Museum of Toys and Collectibles showcases the historical characters in their current or more recent “meet outfits” and accessories. However, we want to take this moment to showcase historical characters in their original and current “meet outfits” and accessories.

Note: The museum is only showcasing historical characters who have had two or more different “meet outfits” and accessories.

Josefina's Meet Outfits Josefina’s Classic Meet Outfit and Accessories: Josefina’s Classic Meet Outfit includes a white camisa with short puffed sleeves edged with lace, a colorful red skirt with a black floral print and a white lace hem, a woven brown sash that ties in the back, a pair of white knee-length cotton drawers, a blue hair ribbon to tie around the end of her braid, a sprig of three pretend yellow primrose she wears in her hair and a pair of faux-leather lace-up moccasins.

Josefina’s Classic Accessories include a rebozo, which is a woven shawl she can wear to cover herself from the sun, to carry items, or to wrap around her body, a metal pendant necklace with a faux garnet gemstone, a white hanky with an embroidered flower and a faux metal jola coin. This outfit and accessories were used between 1997 and 2014.

Josefina’s BeForever Meet Outfit and Accessories: Josefina’s BeForever Meet Outfit includes a white camisa edged with lace, a colorful print skirt, a blue woven belt, white drawers, faux-leather moccasins and a little pretend sprig of yellow primroses tied with a blue ribbon in her hair.

Josefina’s BeForever Accessories includes a long, fringed rebozo, or wrap, to shade her face from the sun when it’s hot or drape over her shoulders when it gets chilly, a faux-garnet pendant brought to her all the way from Mexico City, a faux-leather pouch with working button closure, an embroidered hankie and a reproduction metal jola coin. This meet outfit and accessories were introduced in 2014 and are currently being used today.

Addy's Meet Outfits Addy’s Classic Meet Outfit and Accessories: Addy’s Classic Meet Outfit includes a cinnamonpink dress with wavy white stripes and buttons down the front, a pair of white cotton drawers trimmed with lace, a straw bonnet with a calico print blue ribbon, a blue hair ribbon that comes tied around her braid, a pair of black stockings that go up to her knees and a pair of black laceup boots.

Addy’s Classic Accessories include A printed kerchief she uses to hold her belongings a pretend water gourd, a faux cowrie shell necklace brought from Africa by her greatgrandmother and a reproduction half dime. This meet outfit and accessories were used from 1993 and 2014.

Addy’s BeForever Meet Outfit and Accessories: Addy’s BeForever Meet Outfit includes a royalblue print dress trimmed with black ribbon, with bows atop short bell sleeves, lacy white pantalettes, white stockings and two blue ribbons for her hair.

Addy’s BeForever Accessories includes a bonnet with a black-and-white gingham ribbon, a patchwork-print bag and a faux cowrie shell necklace brought from Africa by her greatgrandmother. This meet outfit and accessories were introduced in 2014 and are currently being used today.

Rebecca's Meet Outfits Rebecca’s Classic Meet Outfit and Accessories: Rebecca’s Classic Meet Outfit includes a red tweed drop waist dress with a black velvet collar, cuffs and belt loops and gold button trims, black stockings, off-white and black high button shoes, white bloomers and an oval gold hair clip.

Rebecca’s Classic Accessories include a black velveteen soft hat with gold and red silk ribbon in a bow, a multicolored fringed shawl and a brooch with a rabbit and flowers that belonged to her Bubbie who brought it with her on her journey to America. This meet outfit and accessories were used between 2009 and 2014.

Rebecca’s Historical Meet Outfit and Accessories: Rebecca’s Historical Meet Outfit includes a white dress with a pleated plum herringbone skirt, a pretty purple boucle jacket with faux-pearl buttons, black tights, cute white bloomers, matching shows with faux-pearl buttons and a shiny golden barrette.

Rebecca’s Historical Accessories include a hat with a rushed crown, velvet ribbon trim and a ribbon, a velveteen purse, a necklace with a stone pendant, a woven shawl with a traditional floral design and fringe that Rebecca’s family brought from Russia and a printed movie magazine with articles, advertisements and photos of movie stars. This meet outfit and accessories were introduced in 2014 and are currently being used today.

Kaya, 1764

Introduced to children in 2002, Kaya and her stories represent Indigenous America in a region prior to European settlement in the Pacific Northwest. Renowned author Janet Beeler Shaw wrote Kaya’s stories.

Meet Kaya, a Native American girl from the Nimíipuu, or Nez Perce tribe. Living in the Pacific Northwest in 1764, Kaya dreams of racing her beautiful mare, Steps High.

When her father warns Kaya that Steps High is not ready and to watch her younger brothers, she ignores his advice and accepts a racing challenge from an annoying boy.

However, Kaya forgets to watch her brothers and her negligence earns her an awful nickname of Magpie, a little bird who only thinks of herself.

Kaya is embarrassed and wants to get rid of the nickname, but her friends won’t let her forget.

What can Kaya do to prove to her elders that she doesn’t only think of herself?

Kaya’s Escape When enemy raiders invade their village, Kaya’s mother tells her to run into the woods with her blind sister, Speaking Rain. However, Kaya also wants to help and protect her horse, Steps High.

Unsure what to do, Kaya, her sister and her mare are captured!

When they reach the enemy’s camp, Kaya and Speaking Rain meet a captured Salish boy named, Two Hawks. Kaya and Two Hawks devise a plan to escape, but how will they help Speaking Rain, Kaya’s blind sister escape as well?

Kaya’s Hero Kaya meets a young warrior woman named Swan Circling, who is brave and fearless; traits Kaya wants to emulate to those around her. She tends to those who are wounded, brings fresh food to the horses and even goes into battles with the men of her community. Kaya believes that if she were as strong as Swan Circling, she would be able to find a way to save her blind sister, Speaking Rain.

Kaya wants to be friends with Swan Circling very much. However, when she finds out that Swan Circling knows that the children call her Magpie, a nickname that she was given for being careless, she fears that Swan Circling won’t want to be friends. Then something horrible happens. How can Kaya help?

Kaya and Lone Dog When an unknown dog wanders near Kaya’s camp, everyone warns her to be careful. Most dogs do not live by themselves and most cannot be trusted. Kaya feels sympathy for the dog and brings it food who is grateful for her generosity.

When the dog gives birth to puppies, Kaya is welcomed to be a part of her family. She feels that she can talk to the dog when looking into her eyes. Kaya’s grandmother tells her to listen when an animal speaks to her.

When the puppies grow older, the dog has something to say and it isn’t something Kaya wants to hear.

Kaya Shows the Way It’s finally summer which means it’s time to fish for salmon at Celilo Falls. Summer also means it’s time for horse races, games, dancing and so much more! Kaya is excited to join in on the fun, but she wants to search for her lost sister, Speaking Rain who was captured by enemy raiders last year. With many families and friends gathering, Kaya is hopeful that someone will have news to share.

While Kaya is excited to look for Speaking Rain, she is also sad. Her older sister, Brown Deer, is getting married soon. She already lost one sister when she escaped, will she lose another to marriage?

Changes for Kaya

Things are starting to go back to normal. Speaking Rain has finally returned to her family, but one thing is missing: her horse Steps High. When word comes that a herd of Nimíipuu, or Nez Perce, horses are running in the mountain, Kaya hopes Steps High might be one of them.

When Kaya joins a hunting group into the mountains, she is excited and hopeful as she finally has a chance to search for Steps High. But her blind sister, Speaking Rain, is worried about the smell of smoke in the air--a mountain fire. As Kaya searches for Steps High, she is faced with a greater fear. What will Kaya do?

Felicity, 1774

Introduced to children in 1991, Felicity Merriman and her stories represent Colonial America at the dawn of the Revolutionary War. Her stories take place in Williamsburg, Virginia in 1774. Renowned author Valerie Tripp wrote Felicity’s stories. A movie about Felicity was released in 2005 starring Shailene Woodley.

Felicity and her entire collection were archived in 201. She was re-released in 2017 and subsequently archived again in 2019.

Meet Felicity Merriman, nicknamed Lissie, a spunky, stubborn and independent girl who has a strong dislike for ladylike things and dreams of adventure. Living in Williamsburg, Virginia during Colonial America in 1774, Felicity falls in love with a beautiful coppercolored horse whose owner is known for his cruelty towards animals.

When Felicity visits the horse, she names her Penny, after the copper coin. But when Penny’s owner threatens Felicity when she visits, she is determined to save the horse from further abuse. What can Felicity do to free Penny without harming herself or her family?

Felicity Learns a Lesson

Felicity’s mother determines that she is old enough to learn to be a polite gentlewoman and is sent to Miss Manderly’s house. At Miss Manderely’s, Felicity learns stitchery, dancing, penmanship and the proper way to serve tea.

While at Miss Manderly’s, she meets two young girls who have moved to Williamsburg from England. One of them, Elizabeth, becomes Felicity's best friend.

Felicity and Elizabeth have fun at Miss Manderly’s, especially as they learn to serve tea. But when Felicity’s Father decides that he will no longer sell tea at his store or drink it at home due to the King’s tax on tea, Felicity is unsure of what to do.

She wants to be loyal to her father, but loves her tea lessons with Elizabeth. What should Felicity do?

Felicity's Surprise It’s finally summer which means it’s time to fish for salmon at Celilo Falls. Summer also means it’s time for horse races, games, dancing and so much more! Kaya is excited to join in on the fun, but she wants to search for her lost sister, Speaking Rain who was captured by enemy raiders last year. With many families and friends gathering, Kaya is hopeful that someone will have news to share.

While Kaya is excited to look for Speaking Rain, she is also sad. Her older sister, Brown Deer, is getting married soon. She already lost one sister when she escaped, will she lose another to marriage?

Happy Birthday, Felicity The snow is gone and spring has just arrived for Felicity’s tenth birthday. Felicity’s Grandfather has made a special visit and brought a beautiful heirloom gift for her birthday—her Grandmother’s guitar.

She is in awe of the guitar and badly wants to show her best friend, Elizabeth, but Felicity's Mother insists that the guitar stay inside. When Felicity disobeys her Mother and brings the guitar outside, her parents are disappointed and upset.

But when Felicity overhears a conversation that could bring harm to her town, her parents deem her message false. Felicity is certain of what she heard and knows she must warn others. Will Felicity’s parents be upset with her again when she alerts the colonists? What will her parents think of her?

Felicity Saves the Day

Summer has arrived and Felicity will be spending it with her family at her Grandfather’s plantation, King’s Creek. She loves her Grandfather’s plantation because she can be outside all day riding horses, exploring the woods and playing with her siblings. When Felicity finds out that grandfather has purchased her beloved horse, Penny, she is overwhelmed with gratitude.

While exploring, Felicity finds a note. It’s from Ben, her Father’s apprentice, who is hurt and has injured his leg. When Felicity finds Ben she becomes aware that he has broken his apprenticeship agreement with her father and is running away to join George Washington’s army.

She is unsure of what to do but decides to help Ben. Felicity must use her strength, courage and wisdom to try and save the day.

Changes for Felicity It’s 1776 and it’s a new year with good news!

Felicity’s beloved horse, Penny, is going to have a foal. But there is one thing worrying her—Penny’s old owner, Jiggy Nye. In the past, Jiggy Nye was cruel and abusive to Penny. Now that Felicity is bringing Penny home, will he harm her again?

That’s not the only thing worrying her. Felicity’s family are Patriots and believe in independence for the colonies and from the king. But Elizabeth, Felicity’s best friend, and her family are Loyalists and loyal to the king. When Elizabeth’s father is put in jail just for his beliefs, can Felicity help?

Will the girl's friendship remain after these changes? Will they remain “faithful friends forever be?”

Elizabeth, 1775

Introduced to children in 2005 as Felicity’s best friend, Elizabeth Cole and her story represent Loyalists in Colonial America at the dawn of the Revolutionary War. Her story takes place in Williamsburg, Virginia in 1775. Renowned author Valerie Tripp wrote Elizabeth's story. A movie about Felicity was released in 2005 starring Katie Henney as Elizabeth. Elizabeth and her entire collection were archived in 2011 when Felicity was archived.

Meet Elizabeth Cole, a shy, merry and faithful girl living in Williamsburg, Virginia during Colonial American in 1774. Elizabeth and her family are originally from Lancashire, England, but arrived in America in the fall of 1774. She and her family are Loyalists to the King of England, but Elizabeth understands the colonies' want for independence. However, she seems to struggle to find her place with others in the colonies.

Nicknamed “Bitsy” by her older sister, Annabelle, Elizabeth and her best friend, Felicity, are given the opportunity to play a great prank on her older sister. But when the girl’s trick goes wrong, they must find a way to get out of trouble. Will the girls be able to make mends and things right with Annabelle?

Felicity's Meet Outfits Felicity’s Classic Meet Outfit and Accessories: Felicity’s Classic Meet Outfit includes a woven printed gown with a rose print and ruffle trim, an ivory satin hair ribbon she ties around her ponytail, a white cotton shift she wears under her dress, a pair of ivory woolen stockings and a pair of black shoes with faux-brass buckles.

Felicity’s Classic Accessories include a white cap with a satin ribbon, a red brocade purse with a drawstring, a white cotton handkerchief with a lace edge, a coral beaded necklace, a pair of woven ribbon garters that tie around her stockings and a reproduction colonial bit worth 12.5 cents. This outfit and accessories were used between 1991 and 2005.

Felicity’s Purple Meet Outfit and Accessories: Felicity’s Purple Meet Outfit includes a lavender taffeta gown with white vertical stripes and blue and red embroidered flowers, a white shift, a pair of off-white stockings, a pair of black colonial style shoes with brass buckles and a white satin hair ribbon.

Felicity’s Purple Accessories includes a lavender-ribbon mob cap, a lavender-floral choker, a red brocade purse with a drawstring, a pair of ribbon garters that tie around her stockings, a white cotton handkerchief with a lace edge, a reproduction colonial bit worth 12.5 cents. This outfit and accessories were used between 2005 and 2011 until she was archived.

Felicity’s BeForever Meet Outfit and Accessories: Felicity’s BeForever Meet Outfit includes a traditional floral patterned blue-and-yellow dress with a scoop neck, short sleeves with ribbon detail, bustling in the back and an attached contrast petticoat, white knee-high stockings and sturdy brown shoes with golden decorative buckles.

Felicity’s BeForever Accessories include a hat with ribbon trim, a mob cap to wear under her hat, a fischu to protect her neck from the sun and a pretty coral beaded necklace. This outfit and accessories were used between 2017 and 2019 until she was archived again.

Caroline, 1812 Introduced to children in 2012, Caroline Abbott and her stories represent America during the War of 1812 in Sackets Harbor, New York.

Renowned author Kathleen Ernst wrote Caroline’s stories. Caroline and her entire collection were archived in 2015.

Meet Caroline Abbott, an adventurous, brave and heroic girl who has a passion for sailing on Lake Ontario with her Papa at their family shipyard. Living in Sackets Harbor, New York during the War of 1812, Caroline’s world is swept up when her Papa is taken prisoner from a British officer aboard her family’s sloop or boat.

Caroline promises her Papa that she will stay strong and help Mama at home and at the shipyard until he returns. But when the British attack her village, Caroline is determined to help the Americans no matter what. Can Caroline help, even if the task is one she is unsure of?

Caroline’s Secret Message Caroline and her Mama decide to make a trip across Lake Ontario to visit Papa at the British fort where he is being held as a prisoner to bring him a secret message. However, when Mama is not allowed in, Caroline must deliver the message without the British knowing.

The secret message should help Papa escape and return home, but Caroline is uncertain if she can deliver the message to Papa and if he will understand it. The only thing Caroline and Mama can do is wait and see if Papa will come home.

When Caroline’s birthday arrives, a surprise brings a smile to her face.

A Surprise for Caroline It’s Christmas time and Caroline thought it would be great fun to have her best friend Rhonda and her cousin Lydia staying at her home for the season. However, Caroline realizes that Rhonda and Lydia have more in common with each other than they do with her.

When Caroline encourages the girls to come outside to sled and ice skate, they decide to stay inside and style each other’s hair. Nothing seems to work, even a special Christmas gift from Caroline to Rhonda. With hurt feelings, Caroline makes a quick decision to go out on thin ice that puts all of them at risk.

What can Caroline do to remedy the solution?

Caroline Takes a Chance Summer has just begun and Caroline is slowly waiting for the supply boats to arrive in Sackets Harbor. The very same supplies will help the family’s shipyard build boats to help fight the British, so it is important that they arrive sooner rather than later!

When Caroline and her friends, Rhonda and Seth, decide to use Papa’s skiff, or small boat, to go fishing, they spot their first supply boat. However, when they realize that the boat is being cashed by the British they decide that they need to help.

Caroline comes up with a plan that could work, but it is dangerous. She’s not sure if it will work or be a risk.. There’s no time—she must act now!

Caroline’s Battle

Caroline can’t believe it, Papa has returned home!

But that’s not the only news—British warships are headed straight to Sackets Harbor to attack and all the men in the village must fight. That includes Papa who just returned home.

Caroline and Mama are left to defend and guard the shipyard from the British. The one place that Caroline loves just as much as sailing with her Papa. She will do anything to protect it. But when things don’t look well, Mama decides there is only one thing to do. They must burn the shipyard to the ground in order to keep it away from the British.

Caroline isn’t sure she can do it, but is she willing to do it to protect her village and her family from the British?

Changes for Caroline As summer continues, Caroline receives a letter from her uncle and aunt—to come and help on their new farm. Although sad to leave her family, Caroline is excited to see her cousin Lydia and her farm animals.

Caroline is determined to help her extended family and their farm no matter what.

When Caroline discovers a thief around the farm, she learns things are not as simple as they seem. What can she do to help? As her time at the farm draws to a close, Caroline returns home to an Independence Day celebration and a special surprise.

Josefina, 1824 Introduced to children in 1997, Josefina Montoya and her stories represent Mexican culture in Southwest America while under Mexican rulership in 1824. Renowned author, Valerie Tripp, wrote Josefina’s stories.

Meet Josefina Montoya, a shy, sweet and helpful girl who has a passion for helping those in need and finding the positive in a negative situation. Living on her family’s rancho near Santa Fe, New Mexico in 1824, Josefina and her sisters are struggling to come to terms with their Mama’s death and how to continue on without her.

When Josefina discovers that Abuelito, her grandfather, is returning home after a trading trip, she can’t wait. Abuelito always has stories and treasures from his journey to share with everyone. When Abuelito brings a surprise none of them expected, will Josefina and her sisters be able to contain their excitement?

Josefina Learns a Lesson Everything seems to be going right when Tia Dolores returns to her family’s rancho until a flash flood comes and kills the family’s sheep. Tia Dolores suggests they start a weaving business to recover from their loss. Josefina is unsure of what to think—Mama would never have had an idea like that.

Papa loves the idea and with the help of Tia Dolores, Josefina and her sisters learn and start to weave. When Tia Dolores decides that it is time for the girls to learn how to read, Josefina is excited!

She starts to worry because Mama did not know how to read. Will reading and weaving make Josefina forget Mama?

Josefina's Surprise

It’s the first Christmas without Mama, and Josefina hopes that her family will be happy. However, those feelings are shattered when they discover that the Christmas altar cloth that their Mama embroidered, or sewed, has been damaged.

Then when Josefina finds that the special doll her Mama made has disappeared, she is determined to find her. Soon Tia Dolores has an idea that can help heal the emotions the family is feeling.

Soon their village and friends start to gather for an annual tradition called Las Posadas, an event that celebrates the journey that Mary and Joseph went on. When Josefina is asked to partake in the special tradition, she is unsure if she wants to participate. Josefina comes to find that the happiest memories can bring comfort during a difficult time.

Happy Birthday, Josefina Spring has finally arrived and Josefina is excited to find out that her godmother, Tia Magdalena, has come by and asked for her help with springtime chores. Tia Magdalena is a healer in the nearby village and Josefina dreams to become a healer just like her when she grows up. However, Josefina makes a mistake that crushes her dreams. Will Tia Magdalena forgive her and teach her the ways to heal?

Josefina is surprised one morning when she is awoken by her family singing to her: it’s her birthday! Her sisters help Josefina dress for her birthday celebration and let her wear Mama’s shawl and use Mama’s fan.

It’s even better when her family’s friends and neighbors show up to celebrate. It is definitely a birthday that Josefina will remember forever.

Josefina Saves the Day

It’s a big day for Josefina and her family. They have traveled to Santa Fe to trade the blankets the family had weaved after they lost their sheep in the flash flood last year. When Josefina finds out that an American wagon and traders will arrive, Josefina is excited! She has never seen or met an American before.

Josefina is surprised when she meets a scout, who travels ahead of the wagon train, named Patrick.

Although Josefina thinks Patrick’s manners are strange, she enjoys his presence and likes him.

When Papa meets Patrick, he entrusts him with the family’s trade of blankets. But when he leaves town without paying Papa, Josefina is hurt. Then Josefina discovers something that she can use to help her family!

Changes for Josefina Christmas is almost over and Josefina and her family hold a party to celebrate. The party turns sour when they find out that Tia Dolores is leaving the rancho and returning home to take care of Abuelito and Abuelita. Josefina and her family are shocked.

Josefina and her sisters want Tia Dolores to stay, but what can they do or say to make her stay?

They make things worse after multiple attempts to keep her at the rancho, but there is only one person who can persuade Tia Dolores to stay—her Papa.

Is there any way that Josefina can help?

CHARACTER MATTERS This article was originally published

by American Girl in January 2018. Visit americangirl.com/explore to read the entire article and explore other articles.

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Cécile and Marie-Grace, 1853

Introduced to children in 2011, Cécile Rey, MarieGrace Gardener and their stories represent New Orleans and Free Blacks during the antebellum period and the 1853 yellow fever pandemic.

Renowned authors Denise Lewis Patrick and Sarah Masters Buckey wrote Cécile and Marie-Grace’s stories. Cécile, Marie-Grace and their entire collection were archived in 2014.

Meet Cécile Rey, a confident, outgoing and curious girl living in New Orleans in 1853. Cécile comes from a highly regarded and well-to-do family of free people of color and loves to perform. She dislikes her school lessons at home and would rather attend school with others. While at her voice lesson with her teacher, Mademoiselle Océane, Cécile meets Marie-Grace, a new girl who has just moved to New Orleans with her father.

Meet Marie-Grace, a shy, kind and helpful girl who has just arrived in New Orleans with her father.

Having left the city after her mother and younger brother died, Marie-Grace cannot believe how lively the city is. Will she ever feel like she belongs? When she meets Mademoiselle Océane, a talented opera singer and teacher, she meets Cécile Rey, one of her students.

Could Cécile and Marie-Grace become friends, even though they come from two different worlds?

Cécile, Marie-Grace and Mardi Gras

Cécile and Marie-Grace can’t wait for Mardi Gras, a season of parties and costume balls just in New Orleans. Every year, Cécile and her friends would dress up in their best costumes for the Children’s Ball, the best party of the season. When Mademoiselle Océane lets both girls borrow costumes from her classroom, they both choose the beautiful fairy costumes. They look like twins!

When Marie-Grace learns that free people of color have their own balls, she doesn't understand why that is. Why couldn’t both girls go to the same children’s ball? Cécile tells her that it’s always been this way. Cécile has a plan. Both balls will be at the same place and with their Mardi Gras masks, they could attend both balls. But would they get caught? There’s only one way to find out.

Cécile, Marie-Grace and the Orphans

The hot summer has approached and Marie-Grace and Cécile are best of friends! It seems that they can do anything together, especially their “switcheroo” at the Children’s Ball, and they wonder what their next adventure might be.

While waiting for her father at home, Marie-Grace can’t believe what she finds at her doorstep: a baby. She hopes that her father will let the baby boy stay with them, but Marie-Grace finds out that the baby is in danger. A salve catcher is looking for him. Can MarieGrace and Cécile find a way to keep the baby safe from danger?

Just when they think their plan will work, a rumor of yellow fever begins to find its way into the city. The girls start to wonder if anyone will be safe. Is there anything they can do?

Troubles for Cécile and Marie-Grace

Cécile and Marie-Grace love spending time and helping at a nearby orphanage. Together, the girls run around the courtyard with the children, teach them dominoes and jacks, and make up new games. The girls especially love to play with Phillip, the baby they saved earlier in the summer.

Just when the girls thought everything was better, Cécile hears that the rumor of yellow fever comes true.

The terrible and horrible sickness is spreading fast throughout the city. Many people are getting sick and dying.

Soon the girls find out that sickness has struck the ones they love. Cécile’s older brother, Armand and the girl's singing teacher, Mademoiselle Océane, both have yellow fever. Cécile and Marie-Grace wonder if there is anything they can do to help the ones they love.

Cécile and Marie-Grace Make a Difference Marie-Grace and Cécile are very worried. The rumor of yellow fever is true and is ranging through the city of New Orleans. The disease has hit close to home, affecting Cécile’s older brother and the girl’s singing teacher, Mademoiselle Océane and the girls are unsure if they will recover.

When Marie-Grace finds out that the orphanage that she and Cécile volunteer at is becoming overcrowded, she is heartbroken. These children have lost their parents to this horrible disease.

Soon they find out that her older brother is slowly recovering, but Mademoiselle Océane is still very sick.

The girls are determined to help and make a difference, but will this sickness cause the girls to lose the ones they love?

Cécile and Marie-Grace's Gift With summer behind them and the horrible, devastating yellow fever slowly disappearing, Cécile and Marie-Grace feel like they can finally breathe a little better.

Since summer, the girls have been volunteering every week at Holy Trinity Orphanage and love it. But now that there are more children at the orphanage, the girls wish they could do more to help.

When Cécile and Marie-Grace hear that there will be a benefit to help raise money for all the orphans in New Orleans affected by yellow fever, they want to take part and do what they can to help. But what can they do or give to the orphans to help them feel better?

Kirsten, 1854 Introduced to children in 1986, Kirsten Larson and her stories represent mid-century settlement of the American “West” by White European immigrants and pioneers. Her stories take place in Minnesota in 1854. Renowned author Janet Beeler Shaw wrote Kirsten's stories. Kirsten and her entire collection were archived in 2010.

Meet Kirsten Larson, a brave, steadfast and pioneering girl whose family has just arrived in America after a long sea journey from her home country of Sweden. On a journey with her family to their new home of Minnesota in 1854, everything seems strange and different to Kirsten—even the way people talk and dress.

Kirsten’s Papa promises that America will be filled with opportunity for the entire family. But when Kirsten gets lost in a big city and loses her best friend, Kirsten starts to think America won’t feel like home. When Kisten and her family finally arrive at their new home, a farm on the frontier, she finally feels at home.

Kirsten Learns a Lesson When Kirsten starts school for the first time in America, she’s nervous. She doesn't speak English well like her cousins and her teacher, Miss Winston, is firm and expects Kirsten to do her absolute best in school. But when Miss Winston comes to live with her family, Kirsten can’t seem to escape school.

When Kirsten meets Singing Bird, a Native American girl, her worries seem to fade away.

They play, explore the woods, whistle like the birds and exchange gifts with one another. Singing Bird suggests that Kirsten should run away with her.

Unsure of what to do, Kirsten decides to stay with her family and learns an important lesson about herself.

Kirsten’s Surprise

It’s Kirsten and her family’s first Christmas in America. Excited to celebrate this holiday with her family, Kirsten decides that it is important to keep some of their Swedish traditions alive and plans to surprise her family with a Saint Lucia celebration.

Kirsten and her cousins start to plan, but those plans are stopped when they realize that everything they need is in the Larsons' trunk in town.

Papa and Kirsten finally make the trip to town to pick up the family trunks, but they get caught in a terrible blizzard. When Papa hurts his leg, it’s up to Kirsten to lead everyone—and the trunks—to safety.

After the storm dies down, Kirsten and her Papa finally reach home. Realizing that it is Saint Lucia Day, Kirsten and her cousins quickly set everything up. What will her family think of the celebration?

Kirsten can only hope that it will be the best Christmas ever.

Happy Birthday, Kirsten Spring has finally arrived for Kirsten and her family.

It’s also brought excitement to the family—a brand new barn and a new baby! Kirsten is excited about these new changes, but soon realizes these changes bring more work and worry. Kirsten is nervous for her Mama’s health and has to miss school to help with chores at home.

But when Kirsten realizes that she can’t help with a surprise at school, she thinks that all of her friends will forget about her. Kirsten’s birthday is just around the corner as well, but with a new baby and chores, she is doubtful they will celebrate. Kirsten is taken back when her family and friends celebration.

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Kirsten Saves the Day Kirsten is happy when summer arrives at her home in Minnesota! Chores on the farm are fun and playful—especially when she goes fishing.

While fishing, Kirsten discovers a treasure that could help her family, a bee tree full of honey!

Kirsten decides that surprising Papa with the honey is the right thing to do. It could be used to trade for items that Kirsten and her family need.

Enlisting the help of her brother, Peter, they both realize that they aren’t the only ones who want the honey—a hungry bear is too! Can Kirsten save the day and protect her brother and family from a hungry bear?

Changes for Kirsten Winters on Kirsten’s Minnesota farm are bitter cold. There is no time to play outside and everyone is stuck inside their small cabin. One day when Kirsten is allowed outside to help her brother Lars with his traps, she discovers an injured baby raccoon in the woods. She decides to bring him home. Trouble starts when the baby raccoon gets loose and accidentally starts a fire. The Larson’s entire home and everything in it is destroyed.

Kirsten is devastated and they move back to her uncle and aunt's farm. But an important, frightful discovery in the woods shines a light to a brighter future for Kirsten and her family—they discover the trapped furs of a neighbor who has passed away.

With the new furs, Kirsten and her family are able to start over and purchase a new home. Life finally starts to feel normal for Kirsten and her family.

Addy, 1864 Introduced to children in 1993, Addy Walker and her stories represent African-Americans and slavery during the tail end of the Civil War and the early Reconstruction Era. Her stories take place in North Carolina and Philadelphia in 1864. Renowned author Connie Porter wrote Addy’s stories.

Meet Addy Walker, a strong, resilient and courageous girl whose family is planning to escape from slavery from Master Steven’s plantation in North Carolina in 1864. Addy’s world is turned upside down when Master Stevens decides to sell her Poppa and brother, Sam. Unsure of what to do next, Addy and her Momma decide to escape for themselves.

With the help of Uncle Solomon and Auntie Lula, Addy and her Momma are given food and disguises before they start their journey to Philadelphia. When it’s decided that Addy’s baby sister, Esther won’t be escaping with them, Addy is heartbroken. Her only hope is that her family will be together again in their new home in Philadelphia once the Civil War is over.

Addy Learns a Lesson

Addy and her Momma have just arrived in Philadelphia as free people. With the help of her new friend, Sarah of Trinity AME Church, they are given a warm meal and help in finding work and a place to call home.

Sarah’s mother introduces them to Mrs. Ford—a seamstress and owner of Ford’s Dress Shop. Mrs. Ford hires Momma on a trial basis and provides them with a small, furnished attic bedroom. Although the room is small, it has a window—something they didn’t have on the plantation.

Now that Momma has a paying job, Addy can go to school and learn how to read, write and do arithmetic.

When Addy arrives at Sixth Street School, she meets her new teacher, Miss Dunn, a kind and intelligent woman. Addy is seated next to Harriet, a smart, popular and wealthy girl. Addy hopes she can be friends with both Sarah and Harriet, but soon learns a lesson about friendship.

Addy's Surprise It’s Addy’s first Christmas as a free person and without her Poppa, brother Sam and baby sister Esther. She knows it will be hard for both her and her Momma, but when she spots a beautiful red scarf in a shop, Addy is determined to work hard and save her money to buy it for Momma and brighten the holiday.

However, when Addy helps newly freed slaves at Trinity AME Church, Addy is torn between saving her money for Momma’s scarf or to help the newly freed slaves. Addy decides to donate her savings to the church to help other newly freed slaves, but when Mrs. Ford offers Addy a small job to make deliveries, she is rewarded with a brand new plaid dress.

After heming it, Addy decides to use the scraps as a scarf for Momma. When Addy and Momma attend their first Christmas service as free people, they are surprised to find Poppa has arrived in Philadelphia. This turns out to be the best Christmas Addy could have hoped for.

Happy Birthday, Addy Spring has arrived in Philadelphia and now that Poppa has a job driving, Addy and her parents decide to move to a new home, a boarding house.

At her new home, Addy makes a new friend named M’dear, an older blind woman who keeps Addy company after school. M’dear offers advice and even urges Addy to claim a day for her birthday.

When M’dear becomes sick, Addy volunteers to go get her medicine at the drugstore. While out, she experiences prejudice and danger. Addy is upset and doesn’t understand why. Wasn’t she free now? When Addy returns, M’dear helps her understand the true meaning of freedom. When everyone finds out that the war has ended, Addy finally claims that day as her birthday.

Addy Saves the Day

Now that the Civil War has ended, many families are searching for their loved ones who were separated when they were enslaved—including Addy’s. When will Sam, Esther, Uncle Solomon and Auntie Lula arrive? Addy’s church decides to put on a fundrasier to help those who were hurt by the war. But Addy realizes that she has to work with Harriet, the same, snobby girl from her school. Addy and Harriet don’t get along until a tragedy strikes.

Working together, the girls soon become friends and realize that the fair is a huge success. However, when they find out that the money they have raised has been stolen, the girls have to work together to save the day in order to help others. The day only gets better when Addy is surprised to see her brother, Sam! The war may have split Addy and her family, but they are slowly becoming a family again.

Changes for Addy

It’s been more than a year since Addy and her Momma left Master Steve’s plantation. Now living as freed people in Philadelphia, Addy and Momma have reunited with Poppa and Sam. But Addy is starting to give up hope that her entire family will be together.

There has been no word on her baby sister Esther, Auntie Lula and Uncle Solomon. Suddenly, Poppa decides to travel back to North Carolina in search of them.

When Addy gets word that Esther, Auntie Lula and Uncle Solomon are on their way, Addy starts searching for them. Addy’s search is mixed with joy and sadness.

She has found her sister Esther and Auntie Lula, but Uncle Solomon has passed away. Soon Auntie Lula passes away too.

Addy is asked to read the Emancipation Proclamation at church, but questions the words on freedom. But Momma reminds her that their family will always be together, regardless, as long as they keep their love in their heart.

Samantha, 1904

Introduced to children in 1986, Samantha Parkington and her stories represent turn-of-thecentury America and the early America Progressive Era. Her stories take place in the fictional town of Mount Bedford, New York in 1904.

Renowned authors Susan S. Adler, Maxine Rose Schur and Valerie Tripp wrote Samantha’s stories.

A movie about Samantha was released in 2004 starring Anna Sophie Robb. Samantha and her entire collection were archived in 2009. She was re-released in 2014.

Meet Samantha Parkington, a bright, compassionate and generous girl who is living in Mount Bedford, New York in 1904. An orphan, Samantha lives with her wealthy and very strict grandmother, Grandmary, in her big Victorian home. Although there are many servants working for Grandmary in her big home, there is no one to play with Samantha.

When she finds out that a servant girl named Nellie has moved next door to work, Samantha is excited to have a friend to play with. Although their lives are different and Nellie is working so she can send money back to her family in the city, th two become best friends. When Samantha discovers that Grandmary’s seamstress is leaving, she doesn't understand why. The girls decide to plan a late-night adventure to find out for themselves.

Samantha Learns a Lesson Samantha has just started school at Miss Crampton’s Academy, a private school for proper young ladies, when she finds out that there will be a speaking contest about “Progress in America” coming soon. Samantha badly wants to win the gold medal, but she’s not sure what she wants to speak about.

When Samantha finds out that the children at school call Nellie names because she can’t read, Samantha creates her own school just for Nellie, called the Mount Better School. Located in the tower room of Grandmary’s extravagant home, Samantha starts to teach Nellie everything she knows. Soon things reverse and Nellie teaches Samantha important lessons about progress and life in the city. These lessons soon inspire Samantha to speak the truth about progress.

Samantha's Surprise The Christmas season has arrived in Mount Bedford and Samantha has high hopes that this will be the best holiday because her Uncle Gard is visiting. Samantha has worked hard on creating beautiful gifts for her family, including a small, decorated box she made for her Uncle Gard. However, things go weary when Uncle Gard brings his friend Cornelia home.

Grandmary insists that the house be decorated with the best garland and decorations.

In the midst of all the craziness, Samantha feels left out and no one pays attention to her secret wish for Christmas. Samantha badly wants the beautiful Clara doll in the window at Schofeild’s Toy Store but knows she won’t get her. Soon she blames Cornelia for ruining the Christmas holiday.

However, things start to take a better turn when Samantha, Uncle Gard and Cornelia play outside in the snow and Christmas shop. When Samantha is gifted the beautiful Clara doll from Cornelia, she is surprised. In turn, Samantha gifts the special and beautiful decorated box to Cornelia. Samantha’s hope for the best Christmas comes true when Uncle Gard proposes to Cornelia.

Happy Birthday, Samantha

Spring is in full bloom in Mount Bedford for Samantha’s birthday party. Cornelia’s ten year old twin sisters, Agnes and Agatha, have traveled from New York City to celebrate, as well as Uncle Gard and Cornelia, who introduce Samantha to their puppy, Jip. But when Samantha’s neighbor, Eddie Ryland, plays a mean trick, the party is almost ruined.

The twins save the day by inviting Samantha to New York City to visit a fancy ice cream parlor. However, when the girls break a few rules, they find themselves in danger. Jip has run away in the big city and it is up to the girls to find him.

The girls find Jip, but they also find Cornelia, who is speaking to a group of suffragists. Grandmary, who initially doesn’t care about voting, changes her mind when she hears Cornelia speak. Samantha soon learns that this is the best birthday ever.

Samantha Saves the Day Samantha can’t wait! Summer is here and she and her family will be spending the entire summer at Grandmary’s home in the mountains, Piney Point.

Even Uncle Gard, Cornelia, Agnes and Agatha are joining them. While exploring, Samantha and the twins find a sketchbook made by Samantha’s mother.

As Samantha turns the pages, she sees a waterfall on Teardrop Island that she and her parents had visited long ago before they passed away in a boating accident. The girls decide to visit the waterfall on the little island. However, things take a turn when a dangerous storm comes in. It’s up to Samantha to get everyone to safety and save the day.

Changes for Samantha

Winter is in full swing with many changes for Samantha.

She now lives in New York City with her Uncle Gard and Aunt Cornelia and attends a new school. Not only have things changed for Samantha, they have also changed for her best friend, Nellie. Nellie has disappeared and Samantha doesn’t know where to find her. After a long search, Samantha finally finds Nellie and her sisters.

Nellie and her sisters are now living at the Coldrock House, a New York orphanage. Their parents have passed away and the orphanage is a terrible place. There is a threat that the girls will be split up and sent away.

Determined not to let it happen, Samantha comes up with a plan for them to escape and live in the attic at Uncle Gard’s and Aunt Cornelia’s home. However, their plan is stopped when a maid finds them. But it’s a happy ending when Uncle Gard and Aunt Cornelia decide to adopt Nellie and her sisters, creating one big family for Samantha.

Nellie, 1906 Introduced to children in 2004 as Samantha's best friend, Nellie O’Malley and her story represent the working-class immigrant experience and the conditions children faced in the workforce during the early America Progressive Era. Her stories take place in the fictional town of Mount Bedford, New York and New York City in 1906.

Renowned author Valerie Tripp wrote Nellie's story. A movie about Samantha was released in 2004 starring Kelsey Lewis as Nellie. Nellie and her entire collection were archived in 2009 when Samantha was archived.

Meet Nellie O’Malley, a kind, practical and hardworking girl living in New York in 1905.

Though Nellie and her two sisters are IrishAmerican born in America, her parents are Irish immigrants. Nellie first meets Samantha, as a housemaid for her neighbors, the Ryland’s. Nellie and Samantha become best friends and Samantha helps Nellie read and write.

However, Nellie and her sister's world goes upside down: they lose their parents to the flu, are abandoned by their uncle and are sent to an orphanage where they are almost split up. With Samantha’s help, Nellie and her sisters are now living with Samantha's family in New York City.

Samantha’s Uncle Gard and Aunt Cornelia want to adopt all three sisters. Nellie is pleased as this will allow her to keep her promise she made to her dying mother to protect her little sisters.

But when the girl's uncle shows up and threatens to take Nellie and her sisters back and ruin everything, Nellie is determined to not let it happen. However, she discovers that her friendship with Samantha has been affected by her uncle's threat. Is there a way to keep her promise and save everything she loves the most?

Samantha's Meet Outfits

Samantha’s Classic Meet Outfit and Accessories: Samantha’s Classic Meet Outfit includes a checked taffeta dress with a pleated front, puff sleeves, and a ribbon belt with a buckle at the waist, a pair of white cotton bloomers with an elastic waist, a pair of black rib-knit tights, a pair of black Mary Jane shoes and a wide hairbow made of the same taffeta as her dress.

Samantha’s Classic Accessories include a plush burgundy hat trimmed with ribbon, a pink velvet purse with a gold clasp and chain, a white lace-trimmed hankie embroidered with flowers, a golden metal bow-shaped brooch with a heart pendant that she keeps a picture of her mother and father in and a reproduction penny from her time. This outfit and accessories were used between 1986 and 2009 until she was archived.

Samantha’s BeForever Meet Outfit and Accessories: Samantha’s BeForever Meet Outfit includes a petal-pink dress with a layer of sheer dotted mesh on top, a lace hem and collar, short puff sleeves and a burgundy velvet sash, white tights, white bloomers, black Mary Jane shoes and a burgundy ribbon for her hair.

Samantha’s BeForever Accessories include a golden locket necklace, a lace headband featuring a pretty flower with pearly accents at the center and a velvet burgundy purse on a golden chain. This outfit and accessories were introduced in 2014 and are currently being used today.

AMERICAN GIRL JUST RERELEASED SIX ORIGINAL DOLLS FOR ITS 35TH BIRTHDAY WHICH OF THESE ICONIC DOLLS DID YOU OWN AS A CHILD? This article was originally published by Today.com in recognition of American Girl’s 35th anniversary. Visit today.com to read the article and learn more.

Whether your first American Girl doll was Samantha or Felicity, we've got good news: American Girl has rereleased its six original historical dolls just in time for you to buy the one you most identified with for your own kids.

The rerelease comes as part of American Girl's 35th birthday celebration and includes fan-favorites Felicity Merriman, Kirsten Larson, Samantha Parkington, Addy Walker, Josefina Montoya and Molly McIntire. Included in each retro-inspired American Girl box will be the character's first paperback book with a vintage cover.

And yes, the dolls all come with their original outfit and authentic accessories.

The last of the 1986 historical characters, Molly was from a Scottish-American family

Jamie Cygielman, general manager of

and learned how World War II was affecting people around her. Described as lively and

American Girl, says the rerelease recognizes the first generation of girls who played with American Girl dolls, which debuted in 1986 with Kirsten, Samantha and Molly.

"Knowing many of these women are now moms themselves, we look forward to creating special, multi-generational experiences for families via their shared love of the brand," she said.

Also included in the 35th anniversary celebration is a full-color book titled "Everything I Need to Know I Learned from American Girl" and a digital album with American-Girl-inspired songs, as well as a virtual "35th Birthday Bash" where American Girl fans can decorate celebratory cupcakes with the chief baking officer of Magnolia Bakery.

One of the original dolls released in 1986, Kirsten represented the pioneer era.

Kirsten's family immigrated to America, ending up in Minnesota. The doll's accessories included a blue floral dress, a bonnet and two hair bows accentuating her blonde braids.

Another original doll from 1986, Samantha was an orphan who started her series living with her grandmother. Through her books, Samantha became a leader and a good friend. The doll's black Mary Jane shoes and checked dress may be the most iconic outfit of the original dolls.

lovable, Molly came with an argyle sweater vest, pleated skirt and eyeglasses.

Felicity debuted in 1991 and came with a backstory about life in colonial Virginia, where the movement to break away from British rule was growing. Known for her love of horses, fans of Felicity loved her colonialstyle outfits.

Released in 1993, Addy was a 9-year-old born into slavery who escaped to freedom with her mother during the Civil War. With her iconic pink-and-white dress, braided hair and gold earrings, Addy was described as courageous and strong.

Released in 1997, Josefina represented New Mexico while it was still under Mexican rule, prior to ownership by the U.S. after the Mexican-American war. Josefina lived with her father and sisters; her mother had died before the start of her series. Josefina was recognizable by her long braided hair, faux leather lace-up moccasins and colorful clothes.

Which of these iconic dolls did you own as a child?

GETTING IT RIGHT

LEARN HOW AMERICAN GIRL CREATED ITS BELOVED CHARACTERS This article was originally published by American Girl in 2018. americangirl.com/explore to read the entire article and explore other articles.

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Creating a Character As a company devoted to developing strong, relatable characters that serve as role models for today’s girls, American Girl is committed to ensuring that every aspect of a character’s story and product world is authentic and accurate. As part of that meticulous process, our editors, authors, designers, and other members of our creative teams often rely on the generosity, expertise and guidance of character-specific advisory boards.

Firsthand Accounts Board members can include historians and museum curators, cultural leaders, practicing professionals, and scholars. When possible, our advisory boards also include individuals who themselves experienced key events, like Melody board member Dr. JoAnn Watson, who grew up in Detroit during the civil rights movement of the 1960s.

“I felt very connected to the storyline of Melody Ellison and how she was impacted by

These advisors introduced author Kirby Larson to the term “talking story”—the idea of

the ’60s because I was 9 years old in 1960, was active in the black church (like Melody)

dining on, or savoring, a story. Larson says:

and experienced early involvement in the civil rights movement by marching with my grandparents as a 12-year-old in Detroit’s ’63 march to freedom.” ~Dr. JoAnn Watson

“Researching Nanea’s world provided new appreciation for how much children were impacted by World War Two. One day, Nanea is a carefree island girl; the next, her life is constrained by blackouts and barbed wire.

Despite that, she never lost her sense of aloha, which I found remarkable and inspirational.”

Representation: Nothing About Us Without Us In creating Native American character Kaya, American Girl sought permission from the Nez Perce tribe to tell Kaya’s story. With their approval and suggestions, American Girl established an eight-member advisory board that included Nez Perce tribal elders to help ensure the historical accuracy and cultural authenticity of Kaya’s story and products.

“It has been a wonderful experience working with the gentle, knowledgeable, and culturally sensitive people on the staff at American Girl. We were asked to be on the advisory board to retain a true sense of the unique Nez Perce history and culture in the Kaya products, and we are grateful to American Girl for their willingness to listen and to respect the wishes of the board. We

The Insight of Others Whether American Girl develops characters with the guidance of a full advisory board or the help of a few knowledgeable external reviewers, our staff conducts extensive research to ensure every element of the character’s world is authentic: information from books, museums, vintage newspapers, old magazines and catalogs, and other sources offers a compelling picture of what the period looked and felt like.

For example, when researching Maryellen’s perfect ’50s style, product designer Shelley C. hunted antique stores, flea markets, and even her grandmother’s sewing box for inspiration.

All of the fabrics used in Maryellen’s outfits

commend them, because in our opinion they have gotten it right.” – Kaya Advisory Board

are based on real 1950s fabrics that Shelley found.

Building Relationships

Grateful and Thankful

Nanea debuted in August 2017, but—believe it or not—work began on her series in October 2015! Part of the process included getting insights from an advisory board

American Girl is grateful for the knowledge, insight, and commitment of our board members, whose invaluable expertise has helped us to introduce beloved characters

featuring a Hawaiian language professor, Pacific Islanders—like Dorinda Nicholson, who as a young girl witnessed the bombing

that offer girls a better understanding of their world and themselves.

of Pearl Harbor—hula experts, and others.

Rebecca, 1914

Introduced to children in 2009, Rebecca Rubin and her stories represent American Jewish culture in the early twentieth century with a focus on immigration and the silent film era.

Her stories take place in the Lower East Side of New York City in 1914. Renowned author Jacqueline Dembar Greene wrote Rebecca’s stories.

Meet Rebecca Rubin, a confident, charismatic and inspiring girl who is living with her big family in New York City in 1914. Rebecca dreams of becoming an actor like her cousin, Max, but her strict family does not approve.

However, when she learns that her cousin Ana and her family are in danger, Rebecca wants to help.

She decides to raise money so they can move to America and live in New York City like her family. When Rebecca decides that the best way to help is to put on a show in her neighborhood, her plans are stopped by her disapproving family. However, she finds a new way to earn money for her cousin and family, but she has to keep her plans a secret. It’s the only way her plan will work.

Rebecca and Ana

Rebecca’s cousin, Ana and her family, have finally arrived at Ellis Island. Rebecca can’t wait to meet Anna and do everything together. It will be just like having a sister! Although it is crowded with two big families in her parent’s one small New York apartment, Rebecca is glad to share everything she has with her cousin, even her clothes!

When Rebecca takes Ana to school with her, she wants to help teach her English and stay caught up in class. But when Rebecca’s teacher asks her to include her cousin in a performance she is working on, Rebecca panics. With Ana’s broken English, she fears her cousin will ruin the performance. How can Rebecca tell Ana that she doesn’t want to include her in the show? What will Ana think?

Candlelight for Rebecca As the Christmas season approaches, Rebecca’s teacher assigns her class to make Christmas decorations. However, Rebecca’s family is Jewish and doesn’t celebrate Christmas. But her teacher tells her that Christmas is a national holiday and one that all Americans celebrate.

Rebecca knows that she is just as American, even though her family celebrates Hanukkah. Could her teacher be wrong? Rebecca is unsure of what to do. If she does the project, her family will be upset.

However, if she doesn’t do the project, her teacher will be disappointed. But on the first night of Hanukkah, Rebecca learns the real meaning of the holiday season and finds kindness in the most unexpected place.

Rebecca and the Movies When Rebecca’s cousin Max invites her to join him at his movie studio to watch a movie being made for her tenth birthday, she can hardly believe it! It’s a dream come true! Though her parents do not approve of movies or actors, they allow Rebecca to go.

When she arrives at the studio, she meets a reallife movie star, Lily. Rebecca wants to ask so many questions, but knows she must sit quietly and watch when the camera starts to roll. But when the director shouts, “CUT!”, Rebecca faces an opportunity she never imagined. Does she have the heart to do it? And if she does, what would her parents say?

Rebecca to the Rescue Summer has arrived and Rebecca and her family have decided to make a trip to the famous amusement park, Coney Island.

Rebecca can’t wait to enjoy the rides and games with her cousin Ana, but her big brother Victor is being bossy and ruining the fun.

Upset with how the day is going, Rebecca decides to show her older brother that girls are just as capable as boys. However, when her brother and the other boys tease her, Rebecca and Ana decide to enjoy the park on their own. But when Ana goes missing, Rebecca can’t find her. When she hears fire alarm bells, she fears the worst. Is Ana in trouble and can Rebecca fix it?

Changes for Rebecca

When Ana has an idea to make a movie, Rebecca thinks this is a great idea! However, when Ana decides to play the cruel factory boss, all the fun is gone. Ana becomes mean and doesn’t understand why. But when Rebecca learns the truth about factories, she understands why Ana acted the way she did.

When Rebecca visits the factory where Ana’s father and brother work, she is horrified to learn of the work conditions. Is this the life that is in store for her cousin Ana? As horrible as the factory is, Rebecca knows that Ana’s father and brother need their jobs. But is there anything she can do to make it better? Rebecca is determined to do all that she can, even if it means going straight into the danger.

Kit, 1934 Introduced to children in 2000, Kit Kittredge and her stories represent America during the Great Depression. Her stories take place in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1934. Renowned author Valerie Tripp wrote Kit’s stories. A movie about Kit was released in 2008 starring Abigail Breslin Meet Kit Kittredge, an inquisitive, clever and resourceful girl living with her family in Cincinnati, Ohio during the Great Depression in 1934. Kit loves to write big stories for her Dad in her daily newspaper, but dreams of writing big stories for the local newspaper. When Kit finds a story for her newspaper, it’s news that’s really bad.

Mother’s friends have just lost their house and have come to stay with her family. What could be fun, is nothing but trouble for Kit. When her Dad loses his business, things go from bad to worse. When Mother has an idea to bring in boarders to help keep their home, Kit finds herself moving her bedroom to the attic. Will life ever be the same again?

Kit Learns a Lesson

It’s almost Thanksgiving and the only thing Kit wishes for is for her Dad to find a new job. It’s been almost four months since her family welcomed boarders to their home to make money—as well as four months since Kit moved to the attic and her long list of daily chores.

But when Kit, Ruthier and Sterling have to deliver a Thanksgiving basket to their local soup kitchen, they run into someone they didn’t expect—Kit’s Dad. She can hardly believe it, but Kit soon realizes how much the Great Depression has changed her life. Is there anything she can do to help her family during this difficult time?

Kit's Surprise The Christmas season has arrived, but Kit’s spirits are not as bright as she had imagined. She has overheard some horrible news—her family might lose their house. Determined to help, Kit wants to earn money but when her mean and cranky Uncle Hendrick becomes ill, she gets stuck “babysitting.”

Things only get worse when Kit and her best friend, Ruthie get in a big fight. Ruthie wants to make the holiday special and gifts Kit her old red dress and tickets to the ballet. Kit feels ashamed and embarrassed When a horrible snow storm hits, Kit is stuck at her Uncle Hendrick’s house on Christmas Eve. Is there anything that can make the holiday better?

Happy Birthday, Kit Kit’s tenth birthday is almost here, but she knows the chances of having a big celebration are small.

With her daily chores and no money, there is no time to plan a party as well. But when Kit’s Aunt Millie makes a surprise visit, there might be hope for a celebration! When Aunt Millie shares her thrifty ways and tips, Kit, Ruthie and Sterling have an idea to create the “Aunt Millie’s Waste-Not, Want-Not Almanac” so they can remember all her great ideas.

While selling eggs, Kit and Sterling find Grace, a stray dog. They decide to bring her home in hopes that Aunt Millie can help. Things seem to be going great, but when Aunt Millie invites Kit’s entire class to her “Penny-Pincher '' birthday party, Kit is embarrassed and upset. When she returns home, she finds that Aunt Millie has left to go home. Is there anything Kit can do to bring her back?

Kit Saves the Day When Kit meets Will, a hobo who is helping the Kittredges in their family garden in exchange for food, she learns all about his adventures on the road. Will’s stories remind Kit of her favorite fictional character, Robin Hood, and she soon longs for her own adventure.

When Kit and Sterling have the opportunity to go with Will to a Hobo Jungle, a makeshift camp near the train station, she is excited to finally go on her own adventure. However, soon that adventure turns into serious trouble when they try to hop the train. Soon they find themselves in jail. How can Kit and her friends escape? Is there anything she can do to save them all?

Changes for Kit

When Kit finds out that her Uncle Hendrick is coming to stay for a while, she is not thrilled. Uncle Hendrick has hurt his ankle and wrist, and unfortunately, it is Kit’s job to take care of him. When he orders Kit to write letters and deliver them to the local newspaper editor, she starts to lose hope that things will get better.

But when Uncle Hendrick unknowingly gives Kit an idea, she decides to write her own letters to the editor. She writes about what is happening in her community and what others can do to help, even if they don’t have money. When Kit finds out that her letter is printed in the newspaper and the community is helping, she realizes that there is hope worth holding on to.

Ruthie, 1932

Introduced to children in 2008 as Kit's best friend, Ruthie Smithens and her story represent America during the Great Depression. The daughter of a banker, Ruthie and her family are not financially affected by the Great Depression.

Her stories take place in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1932.

Renowned author Valerie Tripp wrote Ruthie’s story. A movie about Kit was released in 2008 starring Madison Davenport as Ruthie. Ruthie and her entire collection were archived in 2014.

Meet Ruthie Smithens, a compassionate, loyal and courageous girl who believes in fairy tales and happy endings. Growing up in Cincinnati, Ohio during the Great Depression in 1932, Ruthie and her family are not financially affected by the depression as her father works at the local bank.

They can continue with their paid hobbies like tennis and go on vacations, unlike most people.

Ruthie would do anything to help her best friend, Kit, whose family is struggling. However, she soon realizes that offering help, even to her best friend, can be tricky. When Ruthie overhears that Kit and her family might lose their house at the bank, she is determined to help. The girls decide to take a train to Kit’s Aunt Millie who lives in Kentucky. But things turn sour and get caught by Kit’s brother. Can Ruthie help and give the Kittredges a happy ending?

Kit's Meet Outfits Kit’s Classic Meet Outfit and Accessories: Kit’s Classic Meet Outfit includes a lavender knit sweater and cardigan with pearl buttons, a floral print linen pleated skirt, white bloomers, ivory-colored canvas t-strap sandals and a jade green barrette with two open diamond shapes.

Kit’s Classic Accessories include a white crocheted cloche hat with a green band around the brim with a bow on the right side, a woven clutch purse with embroidered flowers, a compass necklace and a reproduction nickel.

This meet outfit and accessories were used between 2000 and 2014.

Kit’s BeForever Meet Outfit and Accessories: Kit’s BeForever Meet Outfit includes a bright sleeveless dress with a Peter Pan collar, flowershaped buttons and a skirt with a vivid floral print, a red barrette, white bloomers and a scarlet shoe.

Kit’s BeForever Accessories include a pretty cuff bracelet, a felt cloche hat trimmed with a wide red ribbon and a purse with embroidered flowers. This outfit and accessories were introduced in 2014 and are currently being used.

Nanea, 1941 Introduced to children in 2017, Nanea Mitchell and her stories represent World War II, from the Pearl Harbor bombing to America’s official entry into the war, as well as HawaiianAmerican culture. Her stories take place in Honolulu, Hawaii in 1941. Renowned author Kirby Larson wrote Nanea’s stories.

Meet Nanea, an ambitious, mature and caring girl living with her family on the beautiful Hawaiian island of Honolulu in 1941. Nanea’s life seemed to be going perfectly until the horrible attacks of Pearl Harbor. Everyone seems to be fearful and uncertain now that there are strict curfews and mandatory blackouts.

Things suddenly don’t go the way Nanea thought: her best friend is forced to leave her home, her dog Mele goes missing and her brother decides to do his part and join the war.

Nanea is determined to make things better for her, her family and her community by finding ways to share the aloha spirit. She starts by searching for Mele and finding new ways to bring cheer.

Nanea Learns a Lesson Nanaea may be the youngest in her family, but she still wants to “dip her paddle in” and help when needed.

She loves to help her grandparents, Tutu Kane and Tuto, at their family store, Pono’s Market. Nanea knows she’s grownup enough to help at Pono’s Market, but what can she do to prove that she’s ready for more responsibility?

When she witnesses the planes attacking Pearl Harbor, Nanea quickly grows up. Now that America has entered the war, her family has to go through different safety precautions such as blackout drills. She has to sacrifice fun times with her family such as a fishing trip with her father and possibly giving up her dog, Mele. She longs and realizes how much she wishes she could go back to being a child again.

Nanea and Hula Dancing

With the attacks at Pearl Harbor, Nanea’s big brother, David, wants to do his part and help. He starts by volunteering at the hospital, but with his work commitment at the hotel, there are talks that David might join the army once he turns 18. Nanea cannot bear the thought of him leaving home and fighting in the war. Would he be safe? Would he return home?

With the many changes at home, Nanea turns to hula dancing. Dancing always made her feel better—no matter what was going on. When her hula school has the opportunity to dance at the USO to cheer up soldiers, she feels that she is contributing to the war effort. But is there more that she can do?

Nanea Performs Nanea is excited to perform at the annual USO Christmas show and tell the story of Princess Liliuokalani of the Hawaiian Kingdom. She especially loves that her grandmother, Tuto, is teaching her and her friends a new dance just for the show.

She usually wore her older sister's holoku, or floorlength dress, at special events. But when Mom surprises Nanea with her very own holoku that has a long train, she can’t wait to wear it at the annual USO Christmas show for the soldiers. Will the sailors and soldiers enjoy the show? Nanea is about to find out!

Nanea and the Beach Before the attack at Pearl Harbor, Nanea and her family used to enjoy picnics at the beach, building sandcastles with her brothers, fishing with Papa and playing outside in the evening.

She especially loved it when she went to the beach with her friends Donna and Lily.

The days at the beach were even better when snacks were involved! Nanea and her friends, Donna and Lily, loved to stop by the corner shop for a traditional Hawaiian treat: shave ice!

Her favorite flavor, strawberry, always made her tongue barbershop red. Nanea hopes things will go back to normal soon so she can enjoy the beach with her family and friends again.

Changes for Nanea

School is about to start up again and Neana hopes that going back will make life seem somewhat normal again. But the war and the attacks on Pearl Harbor have changed everything, including her teacher, Miss Smith’s classroom. The worst part: her best friend Donna is gone. She had to leave Hawaii because the government says she is nonessential.

Though many things have changed since the attacks, Nanea has been determined to do her part just like her family has. From hula dancing for the soldiers at the USO, babysitting during the Red Cross first-aid class and collecting over 1,500 bottles to help collect and store donated blood.

Can Nanea inspire others to do their part for the war effort?

Molly, 1944

Introduced to children in 1986, Molly McIntire and her stories represent the tail end of World War II. Her stories take place in the fictional town of Jefferson, Illinois in 1944. Renowned author Valerie Tripp wrote Molly’s stories. A movie about Molly was released in 2006 starring Maya Ritter. Molly and her entire collection were archived in 2013.

She was re-released in 2018 and subsequently archived again in 2019.

Meet Molly McIntire, a lively, loveable and patriotic girl living with her family in Jefferson, Illinois in 1944. Molly’s life seems to be upside down: the United States is involved in World War II, her father has left to take care of wounded soldiers and her mother has a job at the Red Cross. And everyone in America is serious and practical about what they buy and eat—even Mrs. Gilford and her yucky turnips.

Halloween is just around the corner and Molly dreams of dressing up as Cinderella. However, with the country at war, Halloween costumes like Cinderella are hard to get. Instead, Mom recommends that Molly and her friends create paper skirts and dress up as hula dancers. When her annoying big brother, Ricky, plays a mean trick, Molly and her friends are determined to get him back. But when one trick leads to another trick, will the fighting go too far?

Molly Learns a Lesson For Molly, the war has brought many changes to her life—many of which she doesn’t like. She especially misses her Dad, who has joined the war to care for wounded soldiers overseas. But she slowly learns how important it is to get along and work together, just like her country is doing to win the war.

When Molly learns of her school’s Lend-a-Hand contest, she plans a secret project in order to win.

But the project turns out to be harder than she thought. Lucky for her, Molly learns how important it is to work together as a team rather than trying to be better than everyone else.

Molly’s Surprise The war continues to bring changes for Molly—many of which she is not excited about. It’s her first Christmas without Dad, her grandparents can’t come for the holidays and due to practicality, there won’t be exciting gifts to open up. But what’s really bothering Molly and her family is that they have not heard from Dad and are worried.

To make the holiday special, Molly decides they should make their own, unique Christmas with surprises that Dad would make. The children decided to decorate the house and buy their own Christmas tree. But the best surprise is waiting for the family on Christmas morning: a package with gifts from Dad and the opportunity to hear him on the radio!

Happy Birthday, Molly When Molly finds out that an English girl will be staying at her home, she is excited! Will this new girl know the Royal Family or Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret?

Molly can’t wait to hear all about it. But when she finally meets Emily Bennett, Molly learns that Emily’s life isn’t what she thought it would be. Emily is shy and cold.

It isn’t until Molly learns that Emily is worried about her father, that the two become good and close friends. Emily’s father is also a doctor like Molly’s father, but who has been drafted into the military. As Molly’s birthday approaches, both girls work together to plan a real English tea party! But when an argument happens, only a special birthday surprise can heal their hurt feelings.

Molly Saves the Day It’s finally summer and Molly can’t wait to go to Camp Gowonagin with her best friends, Linda and Susan. Together, they get to spend two weeks singing, hiking and, best of all, canoeing!

Everything is going great, until the camp director announces a new game: the Color War, a game of capture the flag!

Molly and Susan are chosen for the Blue Team and have to find the flag that is hidden by the Red Team on Chocolate Drop Island. However, Linda is on the Red Team, which makes her their enemy but also their friend. Will the game ruin camp for them? Or can Molly think of a way to save the day and their friendship?

Changes for Molly Molly and her friends are excited—they have the opportunity to try out for the Hurray for the U.S.A! show that their dance class is performing in. They all secretly want to get the lead part of Miss Victory, especially Molly. To their surprise, Molly is cast as Miss Victory due to her great tap dancing. But there is one problem: Miss Victory has curly hair and Molly has straight hair.

But when Molly finds out that Dad is coming home, and just in time for the show, she can hardly wait! This is her opportunity to show Dad how sophisticated and grown up she is since he left for the war. When her older sister, Jill, helps give Molly curls for the show—everything seems to be going perfect. But Molly gets sick. Could things get worse? Thankfully the doctor shows up just in time to help.

Emily, 1944 Introduced to children in 2006 as Molly's best friend, Emily Bennet and her story represent the tail end of World War II. Emily is sent to Jefferson, Illinois by her family to protect her from the intensity of the English battlefront during World War II. Her story takes place in 1944. Renowned author Valerie Tripp wrote Emily's story. A movie about Molly was released in 2006 starring Troy Green as Emily. Emily and her entire collection were archived in 2013 when Molly was archived.

Meet Emily Bennet, a shy, brave and kind English girl, who has been sent to live with her Aunt Primrose in Jefferson, Illinois to escape the bombing of London in 1944. However, when her aunt comes down with pneumonia, she stays with Molly’s family. At first, shy when she arrives, she doesn’t see how she can be “a brave soldier” like her parents want her to be.

Emily’s best friend, Molly tries hard to make her feel at home and slowly opens up. She is appreciative of Molly’s friendship and happy that she can help her new best friend with her homework, especially math. But when Emily makes a mistake and asks Molly for help does she realize how brave she really is and what friendship truly means.

Molly's Meet Outfits Molly’s Classic Meet Outfit and Accessories: Molly’s Classic Meet Outfit includes a navy-blue wool skirt that reaches her knees, a navy-blue knit sweater with a blue, red, and green argyle pattern on the front, a dickey with a white woven collar and rickrack trim that Molly wears under her sweater in place of a full shirt, a pair of white bloomers with an elastic waist, a pair of white ankle socks, a pair of black Mary Jane shoes, two red hairbows and a pair of roundframe silver metal glasses with a red felt glasses case.

Molly’s Classic Accessories include a navy blue felt beret, a shiny red purse with a shoulder strap, a woven white hankie with her name embroidered on it in red, a silver heart necklace that she keeps a picture of her father in and a reproduction steel penny in a paper envelope.

This meet outfit and accessories were used between 1986 and 2013 when Molly was archived.

Molly’s BeForever Meet Outfit and Accessories: Molly’s BeForever Meet Outfit includes a blue cardigan, a coordinating navy, red and white plaid skirt, brown round glasses, white socks, two red satin ribbons, underwear and red saddle shoes.

Molly’s BeForever Accessories include a red wool beret, a red purse, a silver heart-shaped locket and two dollar bills. This meet outfit and accessories were introduced in 2018 and 2019 when Molly was archived again.

MEET THE BEST FRIENDS Part of this article was originally published by American Girl Wiki in 2021.

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Who They Are The Best Friend Characters are companion characters to the main Historical Characters.

Although not given their own unique time periods, they share the same era and stories of the characters they are paired with.

Best Friends are prominent characters in their companion's stories. However, each Best Friend’s story shows a different aspect of the same time period due to differences in their backgrounds and situations.

Elizabeth Cole, Emily Bennet, Smithens were released as a tie-in upcoming movie of their companion. was released with the initial debut Albright.

Ruthie to their Ivy Ling of Julie

Their Collection Best Friends were given much smaller collections than the Historical Character they were paired with. Though they were never displayed in the Historical Character's personal outfits, they were marketed as being part of (and thus being able to share) the collection of their companion.

Collections were also tied together; when Samantha's collection was archived, Nellie and her collection were as well. This was also true for Felicity and Elizabeth, and Molly and Emily.

History of the Line The Best Friend line debuted in 2004 with the release of Nellie O’Malley, Samantha’s best friend, who was released to coincide with the first American Girl movie, Samantha: An American Girl Holiday. Nellie is a main character in both the movie and Samantha’s stories.

While advertised as a limited edition doll, due to positive reception, American Girl decided to keep Nellie as a permanent extension of Samantha’s collection. This prompted the expansion of the Best Friend line to include other characters.

The End of the Line In 2014 American Girl announced that the remaining best friends available for purchase-Ivy and Ruthie--would be archived, effectively ending the Best Friends line. One of the many official responses from American Girl was that they were seeking to return the focus to the main characters themselves.

You can still enjoy the Best Friends line by viewing them on exhibit with their companion in the museum. We look forward to sharing more of our Best Friends collection in the future.

Maryellen, 1954 Introduced to children in 2015, Maryellen Larkin and her stories represent the Cold War and Postwar Baby Boom eras during the 1950s. Her stories take place in Daytona Beach, Florida in 1954. Renowned author Valerie Tripp wrote Maryellen’s stories.

Two movies about Maryellen were released in 2015 and 2016 starring Harlie Galloway and Alyvia Alyn Lind.

Meet Maryellen Larkin, a nine-year-old enthusiastic, optimistic and imaginative girl living with her big family in Daytona Beach, Florida. Maryellen seems to get lost in the shuffle with her five sisters and brothers and is annoyed that she has to share a room with her sisters and wear their hand-me-down clothes.

Full of big and imaginative ideas, Maryellen wants nothing more than to make an impact.

But when she decides to cut her hair on her own and paint her house’s front door red, she slowly realizes that this isn't the attention she was looking for. Is there any way Maryellen can fix and make things better?

Maryellen Learns a Lesson When Maryellen finds out that she can participate in Science Club next year and start in the summer by inventing a flying machine, she is beyond excited! She can’t wait to sign up and start brainstorming ideas over the summer with her friends. But when she finds out that she is the only girl in the club, she’s embarrassed.

Maryellen finds out that she is the only girl on her team and she is less than enthusiastic. She is treated less than and is asked to write notes just because she’s a girl. But when her ideas are dismissed by the boys, she decides to build a flying machine of her own. Together with her friends, she creates a one-of-a-kind rocket that is ready to soar!

Maryellen’s Christmas Wish

Christmas is Maryellen’s favorite holiday and she can’t wait to decorate and sing songs all season long. But when she finds out that her Grandpop and Grandmom won’t be visiting and are staying in Georgia by themselves, she’s devastated. Christmas won’t be the same without them. All that Maryellen wants for Christmas is to see the snow, see her grandparents, experience a traditional winter Christmas and ice skate on her grandparent’s pond!

When her Christmas wish comes true, Maryellen can hardly believe it. When she makes it to Georgia, it’s everything she dreamed of, but something is missing: her family. After traveling all night, she’s back home in the Florida heat to celebrate with the entire family. It’s not the snowy, TV kind of Christmas she had imagined —but it’s even better!

Maryellen’s Surprise Maryellen loves Christmas! She loves to decorate and sing songs all season long with her family and friends. When her Christmas wish comes true to visit her Grandpop and Grandmom in Georgia to sled and ice skate in the cold snow, she is excited!

She has never experienced a snowy winter since she lives in Daytona Beach.

But something is missing: her family! After talking with her grandparents, they decide to drive back home to Florida to celebrate. Together, with their presents under their piney, shiny Christmas tree and yummy, frosted sugar cookies - Maryellen learns that the holiday is more than just gifts, it’s about being with the ones you love.

Maryellen Saves the Day

When Dad brings home an Airstream trailer, Maryellen thinks it looks like a rocket ship! But instead of going to the moon, the Larkin’s set off on a road trip out west. Maryellen and her family have the chance to visit Yellowstone National Park and see Old Faithful. She especially loves that she gets to take care of Scooter, her family’s lovable dachshund.

While on the trip, Maryellen discovers her older sister Joan’s wedding and future plans. But when she learns that Joan won’t be able to go to college because of rent, Maryellen comes up with an idea.

What if her sister Joan and her fiance live in the Airstream trailer? Rent will be free and both Joan and her fiance can go to college. Maryellen is pleased that she could help her family.

Changes for Maryellen

As Maryellen starts fourth grade, she meets Angela, a new girl at her school. When their teacher asks Maryellen to help Angela learn English with her cartoon drawings, the two girls become good friends. But when her best friends, the Karens, make fun of Angela because her family is from Italy, a country that America fought during WWII. Maryellen sticks up for Angela, but worries about her friendship with the Karens. Will they still be friends?

Maryellen has already helped her two best friends overcome prejudice against a new girl—now it’s her turn to encourage her community to get a new polio vaccine. Having had polio when she was only seven years old, Maryellen is determined to help spread the word. Together, everyone decides to put on a play. But when she ends up with stage fright, she’s unsure the show will go on. Will Maryellen let her voice be heard?

Melody, 1964 Introduced to children in 2016, Melody Ellison and her stories represent the Civil Rights movement of the 1960s. Her stories take place in Detroit, Michigan in 1964. Renowned author Denise Lewis Patrick wrote Melody’s stories. A movie about Melody was released in 2016 starring Marsai Martin.

Meet Melody Ellison, an optimistic, enthusiastic and determined girl growing up with her family in Detroit, Michigan during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960’s. Melody is excited to share with her family and grandparents a special surprise: she has been asked to sing a solo for Youth Day at her church! Unsure of what song to choose, Melody enlists the help and advice of her family, especially her older brother and sister.

When Melody learns that her older sister, Yvonne, was denied a job at a bank due to the color of her skin, she is upset. Remembering her older sister's advice that the best way to fight for equal treatment is through boycotts and protests, Melody decides to close her account at the bank.

It’s then the inspirational words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. that help her pick the perfect song.

Melody Finds Her Voice

Melody can’t wait to sing her solo for Youth Day at her church, New Hope Baptist! She has practiced all summer with her grandma, Big Momma and with the help of her older brother and sister, has picked the perfect song to sing, Lift Every Voice and Sing.

However, a few weeks before her solo, a church bombing at the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama kills four little girls.

Considered an act of terrorism against Black people in the south, Melody is devastated. The once lively and songful girl, the tragedy leaves Melody silent. She can’t speak or sing—nor can she go into her own church. Will Melody find her voice?

Melody Takes a Stand When Melody finds out that her older sister, Yvonne, can’t interview for a job at the local bank because of her skin color, she is upset. When she learns that it’s the same bank that she has her savings account, she decides to close her account in protest of its discrimination.

With her account closed, Melody joins her older brother, Dwayne, at the neighborhood department store to buy herself something nice for the Youth Day concert. But when they both get treated unfairly by the manager, Melody is determined to seek justice. She starts by joining a march for freedom with her family to bring awareness to the discrimination happening in her own neighborhood.

Happy Birthday, Melody It’s New Year’s Day and Melody just turned ten!

She loves having a New Year’s birthday, which means that the whole world is having a birthday, too. Melody is finally old enough to stay awake till midnight to celebrate the New Year and her birthday at Watch Night!

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grandparents, arrive to celebrate, they have a birthday gift for Melody: a beautiful creamcolored dress with gold lace and a matching double-breasted coat with gold buttons. She can hardly believe it and loves her special gift.

But her favorite birthday gift is having her entire family together!

Melody’s Great Idea Melody loves that her family is part of their neighborhood block club! Together with her neighbors, they work together to improve their neighborhood and the local area. Melody especially enjoys when everyone gets together to have block parties where everyone brings food and plays games.

When her pastor issues a challenge to her congregation at church, Melody has the perfect idea. She decides to fix up an old neighborhood playground and plant a garden. But when Melody’s friends make her the leader, she finds out how hard it is to be in charge. Can she complete her challenge and make her neighbor beautiful?

Melody Makes Music

Melody and her family love to make music, whether it’s singing or playing the piano at their church. She especially loves “The Motown Sound” and all the amazing acts from the great record studio, Hitsville, USA. Her all-time favorites are the Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Martha and the Vandellas and Little Stevie Wonder!

Melody looks up to her older brother, Dwayne, who aspires to be a famous singer. Although her family disapproves of Dwyane’s dreams, she secretly wants the best for her brother. When Dwayne and his band, The Three Ravens, get the opportunity to sing for a record label, Melody is ecstatic! Even better, her brother asks her to sing with them. Melody can’t believe it, but she is nervous to perform in front of a crowd. Will she be able to make her brother proud?

Julie, 1974 Introduced to children in 2007, Julie Albright and her stories represent the feminist and societal changes of American society during the mid-1970s and the US Bicentennial. Her stories take place in San Francisco, California in 1974. Renowned author Megan McDonald wrote Julie’s stories. Two movies about Julie were released in 2015 and 2017 starring Jolie Ledford and Hannah Nordberg.

Meet Julie Albright, a spirited, athletic and groovy girl living in San Francisco during 1974.

Julie’s life has suddenly changed: her parents have divorced and she is moving with her Mom and sister, Tracey just a few miles away. The worst part: she is moving away from her best friend, Ivy, her pet rabbit, Nutmeg and her Dad. I n addition to a new home, Julie is not happy to start at a new school. But when she finds out that her new school has a basketball team, life starts to look better—that is until the coach says girls are not allowed to play. Julie is determined to play on the team, but soon her peers tease her. Will life ever feel normal at home or at school?

Julie Tells Her Story When Julie is assigned a school project called “The Story of My Life,” she enjoys writing about her life, that is until she has to write about “The Worst Thing That Ever Happened.” Julie doesn’t want to write or tell her class about her parents divorce or living in the apartment above her Mom’s shop.

When her big basketball game ends badly, Julie decides that she can write about that as “The Worst Thing That Ever Happened.” Her family cheers and sticks by her side and Julie soon realizes and learns to be more hopeful for the future.

Happy New Year, Julie Julie knew the Christmas and New Years’ holidays would be different this year but didn’t know how difficult it would be. When her older sister, Tracey, decides that she doesn't want to go to Dad’s house for Christmas, Julie starts to feel that her family is falling apart.

She finds comfort spending time with her best friend, Ivy Ling and her family. The Ling’s are getting ready to celebrate Chinese New Year and have invited Julie’s entire family to the party. Julie starts to worry about how her family will get along.

Will it be just like Christmas? Or will this be a new beginning for her family?

Julie and the Eagles When Julie and Ivy find an abandoned baby owl in Golden Gate Park, they realize he needs help—and fast. They bring it to a wildlife rescue center, where they watch him grow. While there, Julie meets two bald eagles, Shasta and Sierra. When she finds out that they will be kept in an enclosed facility for life unless money is raised to release them back into the wild, Julie knows she needs to help.

As Earth Day approaches, Julie and her classmates work together to raise money and bring awareness for the bald eagles. Together, they are able to save money for a hack tower, a place where the eagles will have shelter and food until they get used to building and hunting. The best part: Julie gets to watch the bald eagles be released at the beach for her birthday with her friends and family!

Julie’s Journey Julie can’t believe it—the entire country is celebrating America’s 200th birthday and she gets to be a part of it! Julie and her sister, Tracy, get to celebrate by going on a pioneer-style wagon train with their cousins. The wagon train journey is filled with adventures of meeting new people and challenges with those she loves. Julie starts to wonder if the trip will get better.

When Julie learns that one of the travelers is helping collect signatures for a rededication pledge on a fancy scroll and hopes to collect a signature from President Ford, she wants to help!

But when a scroll with a famous signature goes missing, Julie is determined to find it. All ends well when Julie has the opportunity of a lifetime—to shake hands with the president!

Changes for Julie

When Julie gets school detention for passing a note to her new friend, Joy, she is upset.

Because Joy is deaf, she has a hard time understanding and reading her teacher’s lips and usually asks Julie for clarification. But their teacher does not care. Angered, Julie decides to run for student-body president so she can make changes at school.

When Julie decides to have Joy as her running mate, she finds out that other students don’t like her. They think Joy is weird and different.

Unsure of what to do, Julie worries that she won’t win if everyone doesn’t like her running mate. Thanks to the creativity of her friends, Julie wins the election and becomes student body president!

Ivy, 1974

Introduced to children in 2007 as Julie's best friend, Ivy Ling and her story represent the feminist and societal changes of America during the mid-1970s, as well as Chinese-American culture. Her story takes place in San Francisco, California in 1974. Renowned author Lisa Yee wrote Ivy’s story. Two movies about Julie were released in 2015 and 2017 starring Grace Liu and Nina Lu as Ivy. Ivy and her entire collection were archived in 2014.

Meet Ivy Ling, a talented, kind and lucky, Chinese American girl growing up in a busy household in San Francisco, California in 1974.

Ivy tends to feel left out and invisible by her family as her mother is going to school to become a lawyer and her father is working two jobs to keep things afloat. To make things worse, her best friend Julie has moved across town. She loves gymnastics and feels at home when she is at practice.

When Ivy isn’t at gymnastics or school, she is at Chinese school, which she finds boring, or eating Chinese food at her grandparents, Gung Gung and Po Po’s restaurant. But when Ivy finds out that the big gymnastics tournament is scheduled for the same day as her family reunion, Ivy has a difficult choice to make. With her family’s help, Ivy learns she can make her own luck.

Julie's Meet Outfits Julie’s Classic Meet Outfit and Accessories: Julie’s Classic Meet Outfit includes a multicolored striped long-sleeved turtleneck, a white, loosely worn peasant-style yoked blouse with blue and bronze embroidered on the front, two-toned bell-bottom jeans, a braided leather belt with pony beads knotted onto the ends, a pair of tan-colored sandals and pink underwear.

Julie’s Classic Accessories include a purple crocheted beanie-style cap with a flower design, a faux-suede shoulder bag purse with a flower stamp on the front, a gold chain necklace with “Julie” written in script and a replica of a Bicentennial quarter. This meet outfit and accessories were used between 2007 and 2014.

Julie’s Historical Meet Outfit and Accessories: Julie’s Historical Meet Outfit includes a lemonyellow crocheted vest, a tank top with a groovy peace-sign graphic, bell-bottom jeans with funky floral insets on each leg, platform sandals and underwear.

Julie’s Historical Accessories include a fun tiedyed bag to hold her things, a braided headband with a groovy flower, purple-framed sunglasses, a shiny golden metal “Julie” necklace, a petition for Julie to join the boy's basketball team and a pretend purple wooden pencil for people to sign, a clipboard to hold the petition with daisy and smiley-face stickers. This meet outfit and accessories were introduced in 2014 and are currently being used.

Courtney, 1986

Introduced to children in 2020, Courtney Moore and her stories represent the feminist, technological and societal changes in America, as well as the start of the AIDS pandemic in the mid-1980s. Her stories take place in the fictional city of Orange Valley, California in 1986.

Renowned author Kellen Hertz wrote Courtney’s stories.

Meet Courtney Moore, a determined, independent gamer growing up with her blended family in Orange Valley, California in 1986. Things at home are changing, especially when her Mom decided to run for Mayor.

Because of her Mom’s campaign, everyone at home is helping with chores such as cleaning and watching her little brother, Rafi.

When she’s not at home, Courtney is the highest-scoring player at the arcade playing her favorite game, Pac-Man. Though she doesn’t understand why there aren’t more female characters when she plays. But when Courtney is given a chance to create her own game at school, she is excited. She is determined to create a female superhero!

Courtney and the Arcade

Courtney loves everything sci-fi, from playing video games at Smiley’s Arcade to watching movies with her step-dad, she loves it all. She especially loves the movies, The Goonies and the space opera, Star Wars. When she finds out that a school teacher is going into space for the first time on the Space Shuttle Challenger, she is excited to see history in the making.

Courtney is ready for the best adventure ever— just like her video game hero she created, Crystal Starshooter. She often daydreams about Crystal’s world and what it would look like, but Crystal is everything that she hopes for in a female superhero and role model—brave, bold and doesn’t back down from doing what’s right!

Courtney Learns a Lesson

As Courtney starts to design and create her own game at school, she is determined to create a female hero. She’s inspired by the women in her life and the women she looks up to—her Mom, who is running for mayor and the astronaut, Christia McAuliffe, a teacher who is training to go to space. These two role models show Courtney what it means to be bold and take risks.

As Courtney and her class get ready to celebrate the launch of the Space Shuttle Challenge and Christia McAuliffe as the first teacher astronaut in space, they learn of the Challenger explosion.

Courtney is upset and as she learns to deal with her feelings, she truly understands the risk of doing something new and the courage it takes to be bold.

Courtney and Tina

One thing Courtney longs for is to get along with her stepsister, Tina. When they were younger, they used to play together, ride bikes, play with their My Little Pony toys and swim in the pool. Now that Tina is older, all she seems to do is push and dismiss Courtney. Things only got rocky when their younger half-brother Rafi was born, and when Courtney moved into Tina’s room that she had since she was little.

Now that Courtney shared her room with Tina, she hopes that things will slowly start to get better. Tina is neat and tidy—always putting her clothes away and picking up, but Courtney is...well...not clean.

She likes to keep her things close to her such as her phone, Pleasant Company catalog and books!

Courtney and Tina realize that they’ve become more like family now that they are spending more time in their room together.

Courtney’s Surprise

Courtney doesn’t care or consider herself a “doll girl,” until she stumbles across a Pleasant Company catalog with a doll on it. These aren’t the typical dolls like Cabbage Patch Kids or Barbie, these dolls looked like real girls. Courtney starts to connect with Molly, a girl growing up in 1944 during World War II. Molly’s father is serving overseas as a military doctor and misses him dearly. Courtney also misses her Dad and wishes they could visit often.

Until just recently, she would spend every weekend at her Dad’s house, but now that he has moved, Courtney only sees her Dad once a month. When she has the opportunity to visit her Dad for a longer holiday visit, she is excited. She’s totally surprised when Dad gives her an early Christmas gift: a Molly doll from the brand-new Pleasant Company.

Courtney Makes a Difference

Courtney’s favorite place to hang out is Orange Valley Mall! It’s especially the best place to hang during the hot afternoons after school since it has air-conditioning. Plus, there is so much to do such as playing PAC-MAN at the arcade with her best friends, Kip and Sarah, and visiting her step-father’s store, D’Amico Electronics.

When Courtney meets a new boy named Issac at the arcade, they become best friends. Issac has great ideas about Courtney’s Crystal Starshooter game.

When Issac doesn’t show up at the arcade, Courtney worries. She soon finds out that Issac is fighting his own battle—a battle called HIV. Courtney supports him and wants to help, but doing so puts her friendship with Sarah at risk. She’s unsure what to do.

What would Crystal Starshooter do?

MY FRIEND, SAMANTHA. BY: BLAKE CHANGNON, CEO, PRESIDENT AND CO-FOUNDER OF THE MUSEUM My relationship with the American Girl characters, especially with Samantha - and even with toys themselves - began when I was a child. However, this relationship was formed out of a need for comfort as I am a survivor of childhood sexual abuse.

Being abused as a child robbed me of my childhood. I lost my innocence, my imagination, my carefree attitude that all children are entitled to have. Because of this, I found a liking to toys. Toys allowed me to care and protect the things I loved.

My love for toys only grew from then on–through middle school, high school, college and even today. My collection of American Girl dolls has helped and continues to help me overcome the obstacles of my past, present and future. But the one character that helped me the most was Samantha.

My

very

first

doll

was

Samantha

Parkington. Samantha is an orphan who was raised by her wealthy grandmother in New York in 1904.

Samantha is characterized in her books as loyal, giving, helpful and wants the best for her family and friends.

Her friends consider her a "life-saver" because she's "all heart and ready to help others." But Samantha is also fun and loves to laugh. I see a lot of myself in Samantha when I read her books, and still see myself in her as an adult.

Not only do I resonate with Samantha, but I resonate with all of the American Girl characters. Their stories continue to teach me many real-life lessons.

Not only do I resonate with Samantha, but I resonate with all of the American Girl characters.

Specifically, the American Girl characters have taught me empathy for others, resilience from difficult and sometimes horrible situations, friendship for others who are similar and different from me, and selfconfidence for what I believe is right and wrong.

Their stories continue to teach me many real-life lessons Blake Changnon, CEO, President and CoFounder of CPMTC

The company, the characters, the mission and the vision have crafted who I am today and who I want to be tomorrow. I am happy that I can share my story and a small sample of my collection. I hope that my collection can inspire you to be the best that you can be.

I’D LIKE TO THANK THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE WHO ENCOURAGED AND INSPIRED ME ALONG THE WAY: CP: For your devoted love, encouragement and understanding as my collection grew and continued to grow.

KC: For your continued love and support.

CC: For your continued love and support.

PC: For being the one I said I bought my collection for when people questioned.

PC: For your support and assistance during the 24 hours we took photos.

KP: For your continued love and support.

BF: For being my second pair of eyes.

MG: For your time taking and editing photos last minute, they are beautiful.

GK: For your time taking and editing all of these beautiful photos.

AH: For introducing me to the world of AG. Thank you all. With love.

BC

OBJECT LIST COVER PAGE Felicity Merriman's 35th Anniversary Collection | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FD07 Josefina Montoya’s 35th Anniversary Collection | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JD05 Kirsten Larson’s 35th Anniversary Collection | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KD05 Addy Walker’s 35th Anniversary Collection | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AD08 Samantha Parkington’s 35th Anniversary Collection | 2021 |

BeForever Nanea doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941ND02 Historical Character Nanea’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NA09 BeForever Molly doll | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MD04 BeForever Molly’s Meet Accessories | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MA08 BeForever Maryellen doll | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MD02 Historical Character Maryellen’s Meet Accessories | 2019 |

American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SD09 Molly McIntire's 35th Anniversary Collection | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MD06

American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MA17 BeForever Melody doll | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MD02 Historical Character Melody’s Meet Accessories | 2019 |

WELCOME LETTER BeForever Kaya doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KD03 Historical Character Kaya’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KA13 BeForever Felicity doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FD05 BeForever Felicity’s Meet Accessories | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FA04 BeForever Caroline doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CD03 BeForever Caroline’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CA07 BeForever Josefina doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JD04 BeForever Josefina’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JA04 Classic Cécile doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CD03 Classic Cécile’s Meet Accessories | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CA07 Classic Marie-Grace doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGD03 Classic Marie-Grace’s Meet Accessories | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGA07 Classic Kirsten doll | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KD03 Classic Kirsten’s Meet Accessories | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KA03 BeForever Addy doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AD04 BeForever Addy’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AA05 BeForever Samantha doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SD05 BeForever Samantha’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SA06 BeForever Rebecca doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RD03 Historical Character Rebecca’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RA10 BeForever Kit doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KD03 BeForever Kit’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA05

American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MA11 BeForever Julie doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JD04 Historical Character Julie’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JA17 Historical Character Courtney doll | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CD02 Historical Character Courtney’s Meet Accessories | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA05 CHARACTER PAGE BeForever Kaya doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KD03 BeForever Felicity doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FD05 BeForever Caroline doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CD03 BeForever Josefina doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JD04 Classic Cécile doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CD03 Classic Marie-Grace doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGD03 Classic Kirsten doll | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KD03 BeForever Addy doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AD04 BeForever Samantha doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SD05 BeForever Rebecca doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RD03 BeForever Kit doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KD03 BeForever Nanea doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941ND02 BeForever Molly doll | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MD04 BeForever Maryellen doll | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MD02 BeForever Melody doll | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MD02 BeForever Julie doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JD04 Historical Character Courtney doll | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CD02

MEET PLEASANT ROWLAND Photo of Pleasant T. Rowland and original American Girl collection | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. Photo of Pleasant Rowland | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S.

Historical Character Kaya’s Food | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KA10 Historical Character Kaya’s horse, Steps High | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KA12

HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN GIRL HISTORICAL CHARACTERS Classic Samantha doll | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SD02 Classic Kit doll | 2000 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KD05

KAYA AND LONE DOG BeForever Kaya doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KD03 Classic Kaya’s Adorned Deerskin Dress | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KC04

Classic Julie doll | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JD03 Josefina Montoya’s 35th Anniversary Collection | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JD05

Classic Kaya’s Winter Cape and Hood | 2002 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KA11 Classic Kaya’s dog, Tatlo and Travois | 2002 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KA03

BeForever Josefina doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JD04 BeForever Josefina’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JA04

KAYA SHOWS THE WAY BeForever Kaya doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KD03

Classic Addy doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AD03 Classic Addy’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AA03 BeForever Addy doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AD04 BeForever Addy’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AA05 Classic Rebecca doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RD02 Classic Character Rebecca’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RA02 BeForever Rebecca doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RD03 Historical Character Rebecca’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RA10 MEET KAYA BeForever Kaya doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KD03 Historical Character Kaya’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KA13 KAYA’S ESCAPE BeForever Kaya doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KD03 Historical Character Kaya’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KA13 Historical Character Kaya’s horse, Steps High | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KA12 BeForever Kaya’s Tepee and Bedroll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KF02 Historical Character Kaya’s Doll | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KA14 KAYA’S HERO BeForever Kaya doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KD03 BeForever Kaya’s Trading Outfit | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KC02

Historical Character Kaya’s horse, Steps High | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KA12 BeForever Kaya’s Pow-Wow Dress of Today III | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KC03 CHANGES FOR KAYA BeForever Kaya doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KD03 Historical Character Kaya’s horse, Steps High | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KA12 BeForever Kaya’s Modern Fancy Shawl Outfit | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KC05 MEET FELICITY BeForever Felicity doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FD05 BeForever Felicity’s Meet Accessories | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FA04 BeForever Felicity’s Undergarments | 2017| American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FA12 FELICITY LEARNS A LESSON BeForever Felicity doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FD05 Classic Felicity’s Tea Lesson Gown | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FC02 Classic Elizabeth doll | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774ED03 Classic Elizabeth’s Meet Accessories | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774EA04 Classic Felicity’s Two-Doll Colonial Carriage | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FF04 FELICITY’S SURPRISE BeForever Felicity doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FD05 Classic Elizabeth doll | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774ED03 Classic Felicity’s Two-Doll Colonial Carriage | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FF04 Classic Felicity’s horse, Penny | 2010 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FA19

Classic Felicity’s Christmas Gown and Stomacher | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FC03

MEET CAROLINE BeForever Caroline doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object

Colonial Williamsburg Cardinal Cloak | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FC13 Classic Elizabeth’s Holiday Gown | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774EC02 Classic Elizabeth’s Quilted Cloak | 2005 | American Girl, LLC.,

ID: 1812CD03 BeForever Caroline’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CA07 CAROLINE’S SECRET MESSAGE

U.S. | Object ID: 1774EC03 Classic Felicity’s Fashion Doll | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. |

BeForever Caroline doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CD03

Object ID: 1774FA15 Classic Elizabeth’s Fashion Doll | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774EA05

Classic Caroline’s Travel Outfit | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CC03 Classic Caroline’s Spencer and Hat | 2012 | American Girl, LLC.,

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, FELICITY BeForever Felicity doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FD05

U.S. | Object ID: 1812CC5 Classic Caroline’s Skiff | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CF02 Classic Caroline’s Travel Basket | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. |

Classic Felicity’s Summer Outfit | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FC07 Classic Felicity’s lamb, Posie | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FA03 FELICITY SAVES THE DAY BeForever Felicity doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FD05 Classic Felicity’s horse, Penny | 2010 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FA19 Classic Felicity’s Riding Habit and Hat | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FC06 CHANGES FOR FELICITY BeForever Felicity doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FD05 Classic Felicity’s Gala Gown | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FC04 Classic Felicity’s sister, Baby Polly and Cradle | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FA17 Classic Felicity’s Bed and Bedding | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FF03 MEET ELIZABETH Classic Elizabeth doll | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774ED03 Classic Elizabeth’s Meet Accessories | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774EA04 FELICITY’S MEET OUTFIT Classic Felicity doll | 1993 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FD04 Classic Felicity’s Meet Accessories | 1993 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FA16 Mattel Felicity doll | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FD03 Mattel Felicity’s Meet Accessories | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FA03 BeForever Felicity doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FD05 BeForever Felicity’s Meet Accessories | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FA04

Object ID: 1812CA05 A SURPRISE FOR CAROLINE BeForever Caroline doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CD03 Classic Caroline’s Holiday Gown | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CC04 Classic Caroline’s cat, Inkpot | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CA03 Classic Caroline’s Winter Coat and Cap | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CC02 Classic Caroline’s Ice Skating Set | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CA04 CAROLINE TAKES A CHANCE BeForever Caroline doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CD03 Classic Caroline’s Holiday Gown | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CC04 Classic Caroline’s cat, Inkpot | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CA03 CAROLINE’S BATTLE BeForever Caroline doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CD03 Classic Caroline’s Birthday Dress | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CC08 Classic Caroline’s Bed and Bedding | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CF03 Classic Caroline’s cat, Inkpot | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CA03 CHANGES FOR CAROLINE BeForever Caroline doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CD03 Classic Caroline’s Work Dress | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CC07 Classic Caroline’s Calf, Garnet | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CA06 MEET JOSEFINA BeForever Josefina doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JD04 BeForever Josefina’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JA04

JOSEFINA LEARNS A LESSON BeForever Josefina doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JD04 Classic Josefina’s Indigo Skirt and Camisa | 1997 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JC06 Classic Josefina’s New Mexican Table and Chairs | 1998 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JF04 Classic Josefina’s Oven and Food | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JF03 Classic Josefina’s Herb-Gathering Outfit | 2006 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JC05 JOSEFINA’S SURPRISE BeForever Josefina doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object

BeForever Caroline doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CD03 BeForever Caroline’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1812CA07 Classic Josefina doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JD02 Classic Josefina’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JA02 Classic Cécile doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CD03 Classic Cécile’s Meet Accessories | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CA07 Classic Marie-Grace doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGD03

ID: 1824JD04 BeForever Josefina’s Navidad Outfit | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JC03 BeForever Josefina’s Nighttime Accessories | 2015 | American

Classic Marie-Grace’s Meet Accessories | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGA07 Classic Kirsten doll | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KD02

Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JA10 Classic Josefina’s New Mexican Table and Chairs | 1998 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JF04

Classic Kirsten’s Meet Accessories | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KA02 Classic Addy doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AD03 Classic Addy’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AA03 Classic Samantha doll | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SD02 Classic Samantha’s Meet Accessories | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SA02 Classic Rebecca doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RD02 Classic Character Rebecca’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RA02 Classic Kit doll | 2000 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KD05 Classic Kit’s Meet Accessories | 2000 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA19 Classic Molly doll | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MD02 Classic Molly’s Meet Accessories | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MA02 Classic Julie doll | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JD03 Classic Julie’s Meet Accessories | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JA03

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JOSEFINA BeForever Josefina doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JD04 BeForever Josefina’s Festival Outfit | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JC02 Classic Josefina’s Oven and Food | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JF03 Classic Josefina’s Herb-Gathering Outfit | 2006 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JC05 JOSEFINA SAVES THE DAY BeForever Josefina doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JD04 Classic Josefina’s Indigo Skirt and Camisa | 1997 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JC06 Classic Josefina’s Herb-Gathering Outfit | 2006 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JC05 Classic Josefina’s baby goat, Sombrita | 1998 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JA03 CHANGES FOR JOSEFINA BeForever Josefina doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JD04 BeForever Josefina’s Nightgown | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JC04 BeForever Josefina’s Bed and Bedding | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JF02 BeForever Josefina’s Nighttime Accessories | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JA10 CHARACTER MATTERS BeForever Kaya doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KD03 Historical Character Kaya’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1764KA13 Classic Felicity doll | 1993 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FD Classic Felicity’s Meet Accessories | 1993 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FA

MEET CÉCILE AND MARIE-GRACE Classic Cécile doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CD03 Classic Cécile’s Meet Accessories | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CA07 Classic Marie-Grace doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGD03 Classic Marie-Grace’s Meet Accessories | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGA07 CÉCILE, MARIE-GRACE AND MARDI GRAS Classic Cécile doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CD03 Classic Marie-Grace doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGD03

Classic Cécile and Marie-Grace’s Fancy Dress | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGC03 Classic Cécile and Marie-Grace’s Fancy Dress | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CC04 Classic Cécile and Marie-Grace’s Fancy Coat | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CC05 CÉCILE, MARIE-GRACE AND THE ORPHANS Classic Cécile doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CD03 Classic Marie-Grace doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGD03 Classic Cécile’s Summer Outfit | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CC02 Classic Marie-Grace’s Summer Outfit | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGC02 Classic Cécile and Marie-Grace’s Courtyard Furniture | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CF02 Classic Cécile and Marie-Grace’s Glassware and Treats | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CA09 Classic Marie-Grace’s dog, Argos | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGA03 TROUBLES FOR CÉCILE AND MARIE-GRACE Classic Cécile doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CD03 Classic Marie-Grace doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGD03 Classic Cécile’s Nightwear | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CC03 Classic Marie-Grace’s Nightgown | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGC05 Classic Cécile’s Half-Canopy Bed | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CF05 CÉCILE AND MARIE-GRACE MAKE A DIFFERENCE Classic Cécile doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CD03 Classic Marie-Grace doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGD03 Classic Cécile’s Parlor Outfit | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CC07 Classic Marie-Grace’s Skirt Set | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGC04 Classic Cécile’s Parrot and Games | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CA03 Classic Cécile Parlor Desk and Seat | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CF04 CÉCILE AND MARIE-GRACE’S GIFT Classic Cécile doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CD03 Classic Marie-Grace doll | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGD03 Classic Cécile’s Special Dress | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853CC06 Classic Marie-Grace’s Party Outfit | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGC06 Classic Marie-Grace’s dog, Argos | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1853MGA03

MEET KIRSTEN Classic Kirsten doll | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KD03 Classic Kirsten’s Meet Accessories | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KA03 KIRSTEN LEARNS A LESSON Classic Kirsten doll | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KD03 Classic Kirsten’s Nightgown | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KC07 Classic Kirsten’s Bed | 2010 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KF04 Classic Kirsten’s Mama Cat and Kitten | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KA04 KIRSTEN’S SURPRISE Classic Kirsten doll | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KD03 Classic Kirsten’s Saint Lucia Gown | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KC03 Classic Kirsten’s Saint Lucia Wreath | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KC04 Classic Kirsten’s Saint Lucia Tray | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KA15 Classic Kirsten’s doll, Sari | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KA05 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KIRSTEN Classic Kirsten doll | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KD03 Classic Kirsten’s Baking Outfit | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KC02 Classic Kirsten’s Pioneer School Lunch | 2000 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KA09 Classic Kirsten’s School Bench | 2006 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KF05 Classic Kirsten’s Holiday Treats | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KA17 KIRSTEN SAVES THE DAY Classic Kirsten doll | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KD03 Classic Kirsten’s Summer Dress and Straw Hat | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KC11 Classic Kirsten’s Red Boot | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KC06 Classic Kirsten’s Fourth of July Fun | 2000 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KA18 Classic Kirsten’s Carpet Bag | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KA08 CHANGES FOR KIRSTEN Classic Kirsten doll | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KD03 Classic Kirsten’s Winter Skirt and Blouse | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KC05 Classic Kirsten’s Knit Woolens | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KC09 Classic Kirsten’s Red Boot | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KC06 Classic Kirsten’s Snowshoes | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KA07

MEET ADDY BeForever Addy doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID:

MEET SAMANTHA BeForever Samantha doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. |

1864AD04 BeForever Addy’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AA05

Object ID: 1904SD05 BeForever Samantha’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SA06

ADDY LEARNS A LESSON BeForever Addy doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID:

SAMANTHA LEARNS A LESSON BeForever Samantha doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. |

1864AD06 BeForever Addy’s School Outfit | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AC05 BeForever Addy’s Lunch Pail | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. |

Object ID: 1904SD06 BeForever Samantha’s Flower-Picking Set | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SC13 BeForever Samantha’s Bicycle | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. |

Object ID: 1864AA07 Classic Addy’s Songbird and Sweets | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AA04 Classic Addy’s Meet Accessories | 1993 | American Girl, LLC., U.S.

Object ID: 1904SF06 BeForever Samantha’s dog, Jip | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SA07

| Object ID: 1864AA03 ADDY’S SURPRISE BeForever Addy doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AD06 Classic Addy’s Plaid Dress | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AC04 BeForever Addy’s Bedroom Accessories | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AA08 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ADDY BeForever Addy doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AD06 Classic Addy’s Pinafore and Snood | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AC09 Classic Addy’s Songbird and Sweets | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AA04 Classic Addy’s Lazy Susan Table and Chairs | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AF06 Classic Addy’s Ice Cream Set | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AA19 Classic Addy’s Meet Accessories | 1993 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AA03 Classic Addy’s Family Album Quilt | 1993 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AA18 ADDY SAVES THE DAY BeForever Addy doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AD06 BeForever Addy’s Nightgown | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AC07 BeForever Addy’s Bedroom Accessories | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AA08 BeForever Addy’s Bed and Bedding | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AF04 CHANGES FOR ADDY BeForever Addy doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AD06 Classic Addy’s Sunday Best | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AC08 BeForever Addy’s Bedroom Accessories | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AA08 Classic Addy’s Lazy Susan Table and Chairs | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AF06 Classic Addy’s Family Album Quilt | 1993 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AA18

SAMANTHA’S SURPRISE BeForever Samantha doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SD06 Classic Nellie doll | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904ND03 BeForever Samantha’s Holiday Set | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SC10 Classic Nellie’s Holiday Outfit | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904NC02 Classic Samantha’s Central Park Sleigh and Accessories | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SF07 BeForever Samantha’s dog, Jip | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SA07 Classic Nellie’s doll, Lydia | 2004 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904NA08 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SAMANTHA BeForever Samantha doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SD06 Classic Nellie doll | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904ND03 Classic Nellie’s Meet Accessories | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904NA04 BeForever Samantha’s Frilly Frock | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SC09 BeForever Samantha’s Ice Cream Parlor | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SF08 SAMANTHA SAVES THE DAY BeForever Samantha doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SD05 BeForever Samantha’s Special Day Dress | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SC04 BeForever Samantha’s Garden Gazebo | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SF04 BeForever Samantha’s Painting Set | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SA11 BeForever Samantha’s Summertime Treats | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SA12 BeForever Samantha’s Outdoor Serving Set | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SA14 BeForever Samantha’s dog, Jip | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SA07

CHANGES FOR SAMANTHA BeForever Samantha doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SD05 BeForever Samantha’s Travel Coat and Hat | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SC08 BeForever Samantha’s Travel Bag Set | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SA16 BeForever Samantha’s Bed and Bedding | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SF05 BeForever Samantha’s Bedtime Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SA15 MEET NELLIE Classic Nellie doll | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904ND03 Classic Nellie’s Meet Accessories | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904NA04 SAMANTHA’S MEET OUTFITS Classic Samantha doll | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SD02 Classic Samantha’s Meet Accessories | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SA02 BeForever Samantha doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SD05 BeForever Samantha’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SA06 AMERICAN GIRL JUST RERELEASED SIX ORIGINAL DOLLS FOR ITS 35TH BIRTHDAY Felicity Merriman's 35th Anniversary Collection | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774FD07 Josefina Montoya’s 35th Anniversary Collection | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1824JD05 Kirsten Larson’s 35th Anniversary Collection | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1854KD05 Addy Walker’s 35th Anniversary Collection | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1864AD08 Samantha Parkington’s 35th Anniversary Collection | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904SD09 Molly McIntire's 35th Anniversary Collection | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MD06 Photo of rereleased Felicity, Kirsten, Addy, Samantha, Josefina and Molly | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. GETTING IT RIGHT Photo of Kirsten, Samantha and Molly sketches | 2021 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. MEET REBECCA BeForever Rebecca doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RD03 Historical Character Rebecca’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RA10 REBECCA AND ANA BeForever Rebecca doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RD03 Historical Character Rebecca’s Nightgown | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RC07

Historical Character Rebecca’s Bed and Bedding | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RF02 Classic Rebecca’s Kittens | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RA03 CANDLELIGHT FOR REBECCA BeForever Rebecca doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RD03 Classic Rebecca’s Hanukkah Dress | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RC02 Historical Character Rebecca’s Menorah and Dreidel | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RA13 Historical Character Rebecca’s Parlor Table | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RF03 REBECCA AND THE MOVIES BeForever Rebecca doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RD03 BeForever Rebecca’s Movie Premiere Outfit | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RC05 BeForever Rebecca’s Director Set | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RF04 REBECCA TO THE RESCUE BeForever Rebecca doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RD03 BeForever Rebecca’s Holiday Outfit | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RC04 BeForever Rebecca’s Winter Jacket | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RC03 Classic Rebecca’s Kittens | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RA03 CHANGES FOR REBECCA BeForever Rebecca doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RD03 Historical Character Rebecca’s Hanukkah Outfit | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RC06 Historical Character Rebecca’s Parlor Table | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RF03 Classic Rebecca’s Kittens | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1914RA03 MEET KIT BeForever Kit doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KD03 BeForever Kit’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA05 KIT LEARNS A LESSON BeForever Kit doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KD03 Classic Kit’s Tree House Outfit | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KC17 Classic Kit’s Bed and Quilt Set | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KF02 BeForever Kit’s Radio Set | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA08 Classic Kit’s dog, Grace | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA03

KIT’S SURPRISE BeForever Kit doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KD03 Classic Ruthie doll | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934RD03 Classic Kit’s Christmas Outfit | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KC04 Classic Ruthie’s Holiday Dress | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934RC02 BeForever Kit’s Christmas Stocking | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA06 Classic Kit’s Waffle Iron Set | 2006 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA21 Classic Kit’s Table and Chairs | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. |

CHANGES FOR KIT BeForever Kit doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KD03 BeForever Kit’s Reporter Dress | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KC12 BeForever Kit’s Rolltop Desk and Swivel Chair | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KF03 Classic Kit’s Reporter Accessories | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA10 BeForever Kit’s Typewriter Set | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA07 Classic Kit’s Meet Accessories | 2000 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA19

Object ID: 1934KF04 Classic Kit’s Cookstove | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KF06 Classic Kit's Holiday Baking Set | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. |

MEET RUTHIE Classic Ruthie doll | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934RD03 Classic Ruthie’s Meet Accessories | 2008 | American Girl, LLC.,

Object ID: 1934KA21 Classic Kit's Waffle Iron Set | 2012 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA20 Classic Kit’s dog, Grace | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA03 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KIT BeForever Kit doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KD03 Classic Ruthie doll | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934RD03 Classic Ruthie’s Meet Accessories | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934RA05 BeForever Kit’s Photographer Outfit | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KC10 Classic Kit’s dog, Grace | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA03 Classic Kit’s School Lunch | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA04 Classic Kit’s Table and Chairs | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KF04 Classic Kit’s Reporter Accessories | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA10 KIT SAVES THE DAY BeForever Kit doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KD03 Classic Kit’s Overalls Outfit | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KC02 Classic Kit’s Work Boots | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KC03 Classic Kit’s dog, Grace | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA03 BeForever Kit’s Gardening Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA18 BeForever Kit’s Garden Stand | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KF05 BeForever Kit’s Chicken-Keeping Set | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KC06 Classic Kit’s Homemade Scooter | 2006 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KF08

U.S. | Object ID: 1934RA05 KIT’S MEET OUTFITS Classic Kit doll | 2000 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KD05 Classic Kit’s Meet Accessories | 2000 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA19 BeForever Kit doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KD03 BeForever Kit’s Meet Accessories | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934KA05 MEET NANEA BeForever Nanea doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941ND02 Historical Character Nanea’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NA09 NANEA LEARNS A LESSON BeForever Nanea doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941ND02 BeForever Nanea’s School Outfit | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NC09 BeForever Nanea’s dog, Mele | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NA03 BeForever Nanea’s Family Market | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NF03 NANEA AND HULA DANCING BeForever Nanea doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941ND02 BeForever Nanea’s Hula Outfit | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NC03 BeForever Nanea’s Luau Set | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NA08 NANEA PERFORMS BeForever Nanea doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941ND02 BeForever Nanea’s Holoku Dress | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NC04 BeForever Nanea’s dog, Mele | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NA03

NANEA AND THE BEACH BeForever Nanea doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941ND02 BeForever Nanea’s Island Swimsuit | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NC08 BeForever Nanea’s dog, Mele | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NA03 BeForever Nanea’s School Lunch | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NA07 CHANGES FOR NANEA BeForever Nanea doll | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941ND02 BeForever Nanea’s Palaka Outfit | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NC05 BeForever Nanea’s Bed and Hawaiian Quilt | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NF02 BeForever Nanea’s dog, Mele | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NA03 BeForever Nanea’s Tropical Birthday Outfit | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NC06 BeForever Nanea’s Birthday Accessories | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1941NA06 MEET MOLLY BeForever Molly doll | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MD04 BeForever Molly’s Meet Accessories | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MA08 MOLLY LEARNS A LESSON BeForever Molly doll | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MD04 BeForever Molly’s Write to Sleep Pajamas | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MC02 Classic Molly’s dog, Bennett | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MA03 Classic Molly’s Bed and Bedding | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MF02 MOLLY’S SURPRISE BeForever Molly doll | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MD04 Classic Molly’s Evergreen Velvet Dress | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MC05 Classic Molly’s Stocking | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MA11 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MOLLY BeForever Molly doll | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MD04 Classic Emily doll | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944ED03 Classic Emily’s Meet Accessories | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944EA05 Classic Molly’s Sweater and Skirt | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MC09 Classic Molly’s dog, Bennett | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MA03 Classic Emily’s dog, Yank | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944EA03

MOLLY SAVES THE DAY BeForever Molly doll | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MD04 Classic Molly’s Camp Gowonagin Uniform | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MC07 Classic Molly’s Saddle Shoes | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MC07 Classic Molly’s dog, Bennett | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MA03 Classic Molly’s Camp Tent | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MF04 Classic Molly’s Sleeping Bag | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MA12 Classic Molly’s Pup Tent | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MA13 CHANGES FOR MOLLY BeForever Molly doll | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MD04 Classic Emily doll | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944ED03 Classic Molly’s Miss Victory Costume | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MC04 Classic Emily’s Tap Costume | 2011 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944EC03 MEET EMILY Classic Emily doll | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944ED03 Classic Emily’s Meet Accessories | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944EA05 MOLLY’S MEET OUTFITS Classic Molly doll | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MD02 Classic Molly’s Meet Accessories | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MA02 BeForever Molly doll | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MD04 BeForever Molly’s Meet Accessories | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944MA08 MEET THE BEST FRIENDS Classic Elizabeth doll | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774ED03 Classic Elizabeth’s Meet Accessories | 2005 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1774EA04 Classic Nellie doll | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904ND03 Classic Nellie’s Meet Accessories | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1904NA04 Classic Ruthie doll | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934RD03 Classic Ruthie’s Meet Accessories | 2008 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1934RA05 Classic Emily doll | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944ED03 Classic Emily’s Meet Accessories | 2013 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1944EA05 Classic Ivy doll | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974ID03 Classic Ivy’s Meet Accessories | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974IA04

MEET MARYELLEN BeForever Maryellen doll | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. |

CHANGES FOR MARYELLEN BeForever Maryellen doll | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. |

Object ID: 1954MD03 Historical Character Maryellen’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MA17 BeForever Maryellen’s Crinoline | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MC03

Object ID: 1954MD03 BeForever Maryellen’s Poodle Skirt Outfit | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MC02 BeForever Maryellen’s Crinoline | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MC03 BeForever Maryellen’s Sofa Bed Set | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MF07 BeForever Maryellen’s Living Room Set | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MF04 BeForever Maryellen’s Refrigerator and Food Set | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MF02

MARYELLEN LEARNS A LESSON BeForever Maryellen doll | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MD03 Historical Character Maryellen’s Back to School Outfit | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MC15 BeForever Maryellen’s Crinoline | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MC03 Historical Character Maryellen’s Ready to Launch Rocket Set | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MA16 BeForever Maryellen’s dog, Scooter | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MA03 BeForever Maryellen’s Television Console | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MF03 MARYELLEN’S CHRISTMAS WISH BeForever Maryellen doll | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MD02 BeForever Maryellen’s Christmas Party Outfit | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MC04 BeForever Maryellen’s dog, Scooter | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MA03 BeForever Maryellen’s Refrigerator and Food Set | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MF02 BeForever Maryellen’s Party Punch Set | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MA04 BeForever Maryellen’s Holiday Cookie Set | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MA05 MARYELLEN’S SURPRISE BeForever Maryellen doll | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MD02 Historical Character Maryellen’s Sledding Outfit | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954M13 BeForever Maryellen’s dog, Scooter | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MA03 Historical Character Maryellen’s Sled | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MF06 MARYELLEN SAVES THE DAY BeForever Maryellen doll | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MD02 BeForever Maryellen’s Vacation Playsuit | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MC07 BeForever Maryellen’s dog, Scooter | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MA03 BeForever Maryellen’s Airstream Travel Trailer | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MF05 BeForever Maryellen’s Hiking Accessories | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MA12 BeForever Maryellen’s Campfire Cooking Set | 2018 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1954MA11

MEET MELODY BeForever Melody doll | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MD02 Historical Character Melody’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MA11 MELODY FINDS HER VOICE BeForever Melody doll | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MD02 Historical Character Melody’s Daisy Outfit | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MC09 Historical Character Melody’s Upright Piano | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MF04 MELODY TAKES A STAND Historical Character Melody doll | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MD03 BeForever Melody’s Birthday Outfit | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MC06 BeForever Melody’s Bed and Bedding | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MF02 BeForever Melody’s Bedroom Accessories | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MA04 BeForever Melody’s Travel Essentials | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MA10 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MELODY BeForever Melody doll | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MD02 BeForever Melody’s Christmas Outfit | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MC03 BeForever Melody’s Table and Chairs | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MF03 BeForever Melody’s Birthday Party Accessories | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MA09 MELODY’S GREAT IDEA Historical Character Melody doll | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MD03 Historical Character Melody’s School Outfit | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MC08 BeForever Melody’s dog, Bo | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MA03 BeForever Melody’s Table and Chairs | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MF03 BeForever Melody’s Block Party Set | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MA12

MELODY MAKES MUSIC BeForever Melody doll | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object

Classic Julie’s Room Accessories | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JA22

ID: 1964MD02 BeForever Melody’s Fancy Floral Dress | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MC05 BeForever Melody’s Recording Studio | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MF05 BeForever Melody’s Microphone Set | 2016 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1964MA13

Classic Julie’s Sound Accessories | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JA23 BeForever Julie’s Snack Set | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JA21

MEET JULIE BeForever Julie doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JD04 Historical Character Julie’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JA17 JULIE TELLS HER STORY BeForever Julie doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JD04 BeForever Julie’s Basketball Uniform | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JC12 BeForever Julie’s Basketball Accessories | 2017 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JA16 Historical Character Julie’s Home Game Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JA18 HAPPY NEW YEAR, JULIE Historical Character Julie doll | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JD05 Classic Ivy doll | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974ID03 Historical Character Julie’s Christmas Outfit II | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JC11 Classic Ivy’s New Year Outfit | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974IC02 Historical Character Julie’s Christmas Fireplace | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JF04 JULIE AND THE EAGLES BeForever Julie doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JD04 Classic Ivy doll | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974ID03 Classic Ivy’s Meet Accessories | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974IA04 Classic Julie’s Floral Jumpsuit | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JC02 Classic Julie’s Fondue Set | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JA14 Classic Julie’s Table and Chairs | 2009 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JF06 JULIE’S JOURNEY BeForever Julie doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JD04 Historical Character Julie’s Pajamas and Robe | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JC10 Classic Julie’s Bed and Bedding | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JF05

CHANGES FOR JULIE BeForever Julie doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JD04 BeForever Julie’s Tunic Outfit | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JC04 BeForever Julie’s Egg Chair Set | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JF02 BeForever Julie’s Daisy Vanity Set | 2015 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JF03 Classic Julie’s School Lunch Box | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JA05 Classic Julie’s Pet Bunny, Nutmeg | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JA04 MEET IVY Classic Ivy doll | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974ID03 Classic Ivy’s Meet Accessories | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974IA04 JULIE’S MEET OUTFITS Classic Julie doll | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JD03 Classic Julie’s Meet Accessories | 2007 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JA03 BeForever Julie doll | 2014 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JD04 Historical Character Julie’s Meet Accessories | 2019 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1974JA17 MEET COURTNEY Historical Character Courtney doll | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CD02 Historical Character Courtney’s Meet Accessories | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA05 COURTNEY AND THE ARCADE Historical Character Courtney doll | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CD02 Historical Character Courtney’s Shirt and Tie | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CC09 Historical Character Courtney’s Jeans | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CC06 Historical Character Courtney’s High-Top Sneakers | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA04 Historical Character Courtney’s Sunglasses | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA12 Historical Character Courtney’s Belt Bag and Watch | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA08 Historical Character Courtney’s PAC-MAN Arcade Game | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CF02

COURTNEY LEARNS A LESSON Historical Character Courtney doll | 2020 | American Girl, LLC.,

Historical Character Courtney’s Sunglasses | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA12

U.S. | Object ID: 1986CD02 Historical Character Courtney’s T-Shirt and Tank Set | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CC08 Historical Character Courtney’s Cardigan | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CC07 Historical Character Courtney’s Leggings Set | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CC05 Historical Character Courtney’s High-Top Sneakers | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA04 Historical Character Courtney’s Belt Bag and Watch | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA08 Historical Character Courtney’s Fashion Accessories | 2020 |

Historical Character Courtney’s Sleepover Accessory Set | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA10

American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA09 Historical Character Courtney’s School Supplies | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA11 Historical Character Courtney’s PAC-MAN Lunch Set | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986C07 COURTNEY AND TINA Historical Character Courtney doll | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CD02 Historical Character Courtney’s Care Bear Pajamas | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CC03 Historical Character Courtney’s Care Bears Sleeping Bag Set | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA13 Historical Character Courtney’s T-Shirt and Tank Set | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CC08 Historical Character Courtney’s Denim Jacket | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CC10 Historical Character Courtney’s Legwarmers | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA16 Historical Character Courtney’s Bedroom Set | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CF03 COURTNEY’S SURPRISE Historical Character Courtney doll | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CD02 Historical Character Courtney’s Splatter Print Dress | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CC02 Historical Character Courtney’s Cropped Jacket | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CC04 Historical Character Courtney’s Flats and Socks | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA14 Historical Character Courtney’s Fashion Accessories | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA09 Historical Character Courtney’s Caboodles and Hair Accessories Kit | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA06 Historical Character Courtney’s Pleasant Company Doll | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA02 COURTNEY MAKES A DIFFERENCE Historical Character Courtney doll | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CD02 Historical Character Courtney’s Shirt and Tie | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CC09 Historical Character Courtney’s Skirt and Suspenders | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CC12 Historical Character Courtney’s High-Top Sneakers | 2020 | American Girl, LLC., U.S. | Object ID: 1986CA04

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