Hello Dolly and I'm Not Just Talking About Barbie
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I remember when the Cabbage Patch Dolls first arrived on the scene. It seemed as fast as they were put in the stores, they were hastily grabbed up by eager hands. For some unknown reason I just had to have one. Little did I know that behind the scenes my father was scouring different places to buy one for me. Imagine my shock in receiving it. Do you know that I still have that doll to this day? It's a priceless treasure but made more special because it was given to me by my father.
If you have a love of dolls then perhaps the Doll Museum and Research Library at 10900 N. Pomona Ave in Kansas City should be placed on your bucket list to visit. It just so happens to be housed at the headquarters of the United Federation of Doll Clubs, Inc.
History
The United Federation of Doll Clubs was incorporated in 1949. At that time there were fourteen member clubs. Today there are over seven hundred member clubs in twenty countries. Their membership exceeds fifteen thousand.
Objective
According to their pamphlet, "The objective of UFDC, a non-profit corporation, are to create, stimulate, and maintain an interest in all matters pertaining to dolls and to promote and assist in the preservation of historical documents pertaining to dolls".
General Information
Visitors will enjoy seeing dolls from as far back as the 1700s to present day. The Research Library has a variety of books and archives about dolls, clothing and other topics of interest.
Can you imagine taking your daughter to a place like this for a tea party event or birthday party? It would be the perfect background for such an occasion.
The Doll Museum is open Monday through Friday from 10-4 and on the First Saturday of each month from 10-2. Visitors should call ahead for seasonal hours. Group tours are given by appointment. The general admission is $4.00, while UFDC members get in free. Group rates are also available. For more information contact them at 816-891-7040 or visit their website at www.ufdc.org .
And don't forget to take a peek in the gift shop where dolls galore can be purchased along with other items.
This would definitely be a good reason and place to get all dolled up about. And if you're not in this area, see if something similar is in your town.
SOURCE:
Doll Museum and Research Library Pamphlet
If you have a love of dolls then perhaps the Doll Museum and Research Library at 10900 N. Pomona Ave in Kansas City should be placed on your bucket list to visit. It just so happens to be housed at the headquarters of the United Federation of Doll Clubs, Inc.
History
The United Federation of Doll Clubs was incorporated in 1949. At that time there were fourteen member clubs. Today there are over seven hundred member clubs in twenty countries. Their membership exceeds fifteen thousand.
Objective
According to their pamphlet, "The objective of UFDC, a non-profit corporation, are to create, stimulate, and maintain an interest in all matters pertaining to dolls and to promote and assist in the preservation of historical documents pertaining to dolls".
General Information
Visitors will enjoy seeing dolls from as far back as the 1700s to present day. The Research Library has a variety of books and archives about dolls, clothing and other topics of interest.
Can you imagine taking your daughter to a place like this for a tea party event or birthday party? It would be the perfect background for such an occasion.
The Doll Museum is open Monday through Friday from 10-4 and on the First Saturday of each month from 10-2. Visitors should call ahead for seasonal hours. Group tours are given by appointment. The general admission is $4.00, while UFDC members get in free. Group rates are also available. For more information contact them at 816-891-7040 or visit their website at www.ufdc.org .
And don't forget to take a peek in the gift shop where dolls galore can be purchased along with other items.
This would definitely be a good reason and place to get all dolled up about. And if you're not in this area, see if something similar is in your town.
SOURCE:
Doll Museum and Research Library Pamphlet
Published by Lee Hansen
I am a woman who enjoys the simple things in life. My parents raised 10 children. I have an Associate Degree in Medical Office Assisting as well as a Bachelor's Degree in Biblical Education. View profile
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Post a CommentI used to have tons of Barbies...My grandmother gave me her first Barbie...and was one of my most prized possessions...that is, until we were getting ready to move to Florida, parents had a garage sale to get rid of extra things, and Dad sold my whole kit and kaboodle of vintage Barbies, cars, boats, planes, clothes, etc,...all for $25 to some lucky lady when I wasn't home...AAARRRRRGGGG! Forgive him Father for he knew NOT what he has done!!!! Today they would be worth a lot!!!!
Good reporting nice job Laura Everly
Thanks for the info.
I don't think we girls ever outgrow our love of dolls! Sounds like a perfect place to take my granddaughter when she's a little older.
good work! glad the tornado didn't come too close to you!
Very fun, thanks Lee!
I really enjoyed this outstanding article. Thanks!
Great info. I still have a cabbage patch doll from my childhood. :)
Well done, sounds like a great outing especially for anyone who loves dolls!!
I bet our grand-daughter would enjoy visiting this one! I remember trying to get a Cabbage Patch doll when our daughter was small-one of her aunts spotted it and got one for us!