The Doll Events Package includes entrance to the show Saturday & Sunday to the Sales Room, Exhibit Room (with a display of dolls), Roundtables and most importantly a seat at the two Doll Talks on Saturday. The price is $10 or $8 for Museum members. You should pre-register so a spot will be reserved at the Talks - https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/81e69af9-3444-4e93-81be-4b910b97d24f

In addition, Kathy Leppert will be teaching a workshop on Sunday (1-3pm) on the restringing of an American Girl doll. You can also register for this workshop online at the above link. See Kathy’s description of the workshop on page 8 of this packet. (registration https://dmmdt.regfox.com/fallshow2024)

Saturday Doll Talks

11am: Little Stitches An overview of sewing clothes for dolls. The presentation will focus on American Girl dolls but the information included applies to sewing for other doll brands and sizes as well. Topics will include selecting patterns and fabrics, tools and notions that are useful for doll-sized projects, and tips for starting your first (or next) project.

1pm: The Wonderful and Challenging Journey of Making a Porcelain Ball Jointed Doll with Artist Kendra Fleischman Have you ever looked at a porcelain art doll and wondered how they are made? Join artist and retired art educator Kendra Fleischman as she shares her experience making her first ball jointed porcelain doll, from concept to completion. Learn about the entire process, starting with the design phase and the creation of the doll, and ending with a peek into how Kendra creates finishing touches such as wigs and costumes.