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Learn, share, grow, and play!

Finding a way to connect with the girl in your life is easy with help from American Girl. We offer unique events where girls and their parents can learn about each other and enjoy special moments together.

Call for reservations: 1-877-247-5223

American Girl Magazine Crafts

American Girl magazine is full of great games, crafts, and advice just for girls! Now girls have an opportunity to create two crafts inspired by the magazine. In this workshop, girls can make a pompom pencil and decorate a notebook with floral flair. Each girl will go home with a craft-a-month calendar filled with even more fun ideas. Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Ribbon Headband Craft

Give her ’do a creative twist! Your girl can learn how to make a pretty ribbon headband that she can instantly wear in her hair. Inspired by a craft from American Girl® magazine. Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Addy’s Quilt Craft

Bring Addy’s world to life! Learn to make a quilt out of paper using traditional patterns that were popular in 1864 and are still loved by quilters today. Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Molly’s Star Whirler Craft

Say “Hurray for the USA!” just like Molly did in her day—learn to make a patriotic star whirler. Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Five-Minute Doll ’Dos

Learn to do super-fast styles, including a braided headband, twisty bun, and game-time ponytail. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Molly’s Stand-up Star Craft

In 1944, Molly and her friends loved to say “Hurray for the USA!” Show your own patriotic spirit as you design a stand-up paper star that you can take home and display. Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Stylists’ Secrets from the Doll Hair Salon

Bring your doll and discover our stylists’ secrets to pulling off a perfect ponytail wrap, double-flip twist, and other special tricks using stylists’ clips. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Cafe Cooking Class Series

Calling all chefs! In these hands-on workshops, girls learn how to prepare delicious dishes for family and friends. Then they get to relax afterward with a meal in the Cafe. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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A Smart Girl’s Guide Workshop: Being Your Best

Give your American girl the confidence she needs to be her best! At this hands-on workshop, she’ll discover the importance of proper manners, find out how she can give back to the world with an environmental challenge, and learn how to have fun and stay inspired in any activity. This special four-hour event includes a delicious meal. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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American Girl Dinner and Harbor Cruise

Enjoy an enchanting night with your girl in New York! Your experience includes a delicious dinner at the American Girl Cafe and an introduction to Rebecca Rubin, our newest historical character. Then, you’ll go on a private cruise aboard the NYC Waterway Ferry, where you’ll see the city’s sparkling skyline and the majestic Statue of Liberty. Reservations required. For girls ages 6 and up.

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Rebecca Crafts & Activities

Girls can make the crafts Rebecca Rubin would have loved! At this free event, girls can create three crafts inspired by the stories of our newest historical character: a charity box, a photo frame, and a carousel horse. Bring your camera to take your girl’s photo in front of an illustrated backdrop featuring Rebecca! Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

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  • Chicago: July 8; August 12, 19; September 7
  • Los Angeles: July 9; August 13; September 26
  • New York: July 7, 13; August 4, 10; September 13

American Girl at Radio City: Stage Door Tour

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Radio City Music Hall, where the biggest names in show business have taken center stage. You’ll learn the secrets of the Great Stage and meet a member of Radio City’s famed dancing company—the Rockettes! Includes lunch in the American Girl Cafe. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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  • New York: July 8, 8, 22, 22; August 5, 5, 12, 12

An American Girl Evening in Chicago

Take in the sparkling sights of Chicago! You and your girl will enjoy a delicious meal in the American Girl Cafe and an introduction to our newest historical character, Rebecca Rubin. Then, you’ll visit the John Hancock Observatory for a spectacular view of the city. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Memories with Mom

We celebrate girls—and you can, too! This mother/daughter day includes fun activities and an extra-special meal, plus a commemorative photo and keepsakes as a reminder of the memories made during your special day. Reservations required. For girls ages 6 and up.

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Bitty Fun Day

Spend some time with your little sweetie! Moms and preschoolers can color, celebrate, and learn Bitty Bunch games and rhymes before enjoying finger foods little girls will love. Reservations required. For girls ages 3 and up.

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  • Atlanta: July 9; August 6; September 10
  • Boston: July 9; August 6; September 10
  • Dallas: July 9; August 6; September 10
  • Minneapolis: July 9; August 6; September 10

Late Night at American Girl Place

What a great way to spend a night! Girls can browse the shops without the crowds, treat their dolls to a new hairdo, and enjoy a delicious meal together. This is your favorite girl’s chance to have American Girl Place all to herself for a private after hours party. Each girl will also get to take home her photo on the cover of American Girl magazine! Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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A Great Day with Grandparents

It’s a great opportunity to get together with a grandparent. Together, you’ll enjoy fun activities and share a delicious meal. Includes a commemorative photo and keepsakes to take home in honor of your special day. Reservations required. For girls ages 6 and up.

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Behind the Curtains: The History of Broadway

Explore the beginnings of live theater in New York with American Girl! You’ll visit the Museum of the City of New York for a private tour of Perform, an interactive exhibit filled with costumes, photographs, and more. This day includes a delicious meal in the American Girl Cafe and an introduction to Rebecca Rubin, our newest historical character. Transportation to the museum provided by Coach USA. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Dazzle Your Doll

What a great way to spend a day! Girls can dress their dolls for a spectacular summer vacation at this special event. Your girl will learn fancy salon secrets and five-minute doll ’dos, then decorate a tropical doll outfit that’s perfect for the beach. Plus, every girl will enjoy a delicious meal and take home a doll-sized travel booklet—perfect for dolls on the go! Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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American Girl at the Egyptian Theatre

Spend an enchanting evening with your girl! Your experience starts with a private tour and silent film montage at the world-famous Egyptian Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard. Then, come to the American Girl Cafe for a delicious meal and an introduction to Rebecca Rubin, our newest historical character. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Braids & Bows

Learn the basics of braiding! Our Doll Hair Salon stylists will share secrets for pulling off a variety of super styles for long or short hair, from fancy braids to ribbon twists. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Date with Dad

Spend a day with Dad! Together you’ll enjoy fun father/medaughter activities and a delicious meal. Includes a commemorative photo and special keepsakes to take home as a reminder of the memories made during your special day. Reservations required. For girls ages 6 and up.

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Bitty Bear’s Story Time

It’s story time with the Bitty Bunch! Preschoolers and their parents can hear a reading of Bitty Bear’s Story Time, then enjoy an art activity and tasty treats. Reservations required. For girls ages 3 and up.

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  • Atlanta: July 23; August 20; September 24
  • Boston: July 23; August 20; September 24
  • Dallas: July 23; August 20; September 24
  • Minneapolis: July 23; August 20; September 24

Kit’s Friendship Fun

Learn more about Kit and the kinds of things she and her friends did for fun. Includes games, craft activities, a special meal just like Kit’s mom would have made, and a take-home memory book. As a special tie-in to Kit’s stories, participants are encouraged to bring a nonperishable food item to be donated to a local food pantry. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Grand Central Terminal Tour

Visit a famous New York attraction with American Girl! Take a walking tour of Grand Central Terminal, where you’ll see fantastic architecture and learn the history of one of the world’s busiest train stations. Includes lunch in the American Girl Cafe. Reservations required. For girls ages 6 and up.

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Julie’s Paper Butterfly Craft

Butterflies were big in Julie’s generation—join the fun with this easy craft activity that teaches girls how to make and decorate butterflies from paper. Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Girl of the Year Friendship Bookmark

Girls will enjoy making a unique handmade bookmark, just as our 2009 Girl of the Year does in her stories. Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

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  • Chicago: August 1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 15, 23

Dazzling Doll ’Dos with Photo Studio

Give your doll a special hairstyle for a fancy occasion. Our stylists will share tips and tricks for creating a crown veil or ponytail veil hairdo. Then, strike a pose with your doll in the Photo Studio! Includes a 5x7 framed photo and wallet-sized photos to commemorate your day. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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“Be Your Best” Workshop

Stretch your mind—and body—as you learn “Ten Things Every Girl Needs to Know About Taking Care of Herself, Inside and Out”! After everything from learning simple stretches to playing a fun dancing game that gets you moving, you’ll leave feeling strong and sure of who you are! Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Dazzling Doll ’Dos for Fancy Occasions

Give your doll a special hairstyle for a fancy occasion. Our stylists will share tips and tricks for creating a crown veil or ponytail veil hairdo. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Fashion Fun Paper Doll Craft

Learn how to make your own paper doll clothing! You’ll use stencils of clothing designs, patterned paper, and decorations to create original outfits for your own paper doll. Inspired by American Girl’s Paper Doll Fashion Fun craft book. Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Flip Flop Bookmark Craft

Learn how to make a funky flip-flop bookmark! You’ll design and decorate a tiny felt sandal that offers a fun way to save your spot in a good book. Inspired by a craft from American Girl magazine. Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

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New York City History Tour

Spend a day with your girl in New York City, home to our newest historical character! Girls can meet Rebecca Rubin, a lively girl growing up in 1914 on the Lower East Side. You’ll enjoy a delicious meal in the American Girl Cafe, then take a private tour of the New York Tenement Museum to learn about the experience of immigrants in Rebecca’s day. Transportation to the museum provided by Coach USA Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Kaya’s Parfleche Craft

Learn how to make and decorate a parfleche, a small envelope like the one Kaya might have made for her doll in 1764. Then take yours home to store your own doll’s accessories! Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Kaya’s Celebration Day

Celebrate the day Kaya was welcomed into the Nez Perce community with a chance to learn about her life, enjoy a special meal, and take home a keepsake booklet with activities and journaling pages to help you commemorate this special day. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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American Girl at the Orpheum Theatre

Discover the world of our newest historical character, Rebecca Rubin! Start with a private tour of the historic Orpheum Theatre, where your girl can create a craft inspired by Rebecca’s stories. Then, come to American Girl for a delicious meal and an introduction to Rebecca’s historical world. Transportation to and from the Orpheum Theatre is not provided. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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American Girl Dinner & Shoreline Sightseeing Cruise

Spend an enchanting evening with your girl. Your experience starts with a delicious dinner in the American Girl Cafe and an introduction to Rebecca Rubin, our newest historical character. Then, you’ll enjoy a private shoreline cruise from Navy Pier, where you’ll see the sparkling lights of Chicago. Top it all off with a spectacular fireworks show! Transportation to Navy Pier provided by Chicago Gray Line. Reservations required. For girls ages 6 and up.

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Salon Styles from the ’70s

Give ’70s style to any American Girl! Give her rainbow ponytails, half braids, and ribbon braids, just like our historical character Julie Albright! Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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A Smart Girl’s Guide to Manners

Get the tools it takes to make a good first impression. Practice the proper way to make introductions and greetings, get tips on table etiquette (such as which fork to use for each course), and learn some pointers for writing delightful letters and heartfelt thank-you notes. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Historical Chicago Tour

Spend a day with your girl in Chicago! Your experience begins with brunch at the American Girl Cafe and an introduction to Rebecca Rubin, our newest historical character. Then, you’ll enjoy a private tour of the Jane Addams Hull-House Museum, a National Historic Landmark in the heart of Chicago. Transportation to the museum provided by Chicago Gray Line. Reservations required. For girls ages 8 and up.

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Kit’s Paper Lantern Craft

Learn how to make a festive paper lantern like the ones that decorated Kit’s “penny-pincher” birthday party. Free and open to the public. For girls ages 8 and up.

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