Shopping
Find shops featuring all of our characters—from historical favorites to My American Girl® dolls to our current Girl of the Year—plus Bitty Baby and the Bitty Twins. Add to the fun by exploring outfits, accessories, and furniture that help make every doll's world complete. Don't forget to browse our bookstore with titles that open up girls' imaginations and inspire them to dream big. Learn more
Enjoy the help of a personal shopper: Schedule an appointment today.
Dining
When you’re ready for a casual bite with that special touch, visit the American Girl Bistro. You and your girl can select from fun appetizers, two-course dinners, or the rich and creamy choices at our Dessert Counter. Prices subject to change. Now accepting reservations through June 2. Learn more
- Brunch is $15.50 per person, excluding tax and gratuity.
- Lunch is $16.50 per person, excluding tax and gratuity.
- Dinner is $16.50 per person, excluding tax and gratuity.
- Children’s menu (4 years and under) is $7.50 per person, excluding tax and gratuity.
- Afternoon Tea (served weekdays, 2-4:30 p.m.) is $10.50 per person, excluding tax and gratuity.
Doll Hair Salon
Let one of our stylists treat your girl’s American Girl doll to a new ’do! Visit the Doll Hair Salon and watch our specialists work their magic. Learn more
Bistro Birthday Celebration
Celebrate her big day with an American Girl party! This all-inclusive package will help make it a day she’ll never forget—every party guest will enjoy a delicious meal in the Bistro, cake and ice cream, and a take-home goody bag. For girls ages 3 and up. Learn more
Deluxe Birthday Celebration
Host a celebration like no other! This party takes place in your very own private dining area and features a tasty meal, a hands-on craft, table games, cake and ice cream, goody bags, doll tiaras, a special gift for the guest of honor, and so much more. For girls ages 8 and up. Learn more
Upcoming Events
Marie-Grace & Cécile’s Fete
American Girl celebrates Marie-Grace and Cécile! Join us at this special event to learn about our newest historical characters, friends who are growing up in New Orleans during the 1850s. Have fun with your special girl as you learn French words and phrases, make crafts, and enjoy a delicious meal. Includes an American Girl book to take home, plus a keepsake booklet with activities and journaling pages to help commemorate this special day.
McKenna "Take the Challenge" Scavenger Hunt
Your girl will go on a scavenger hunt throughout the store, taking fast and fun challenges to stretch her skills along the way. Plus, she’ll get a free American Girl poster at the end!
McKenna 2012 Celebration
Celebrate our newest Girl of the Year! At this special event, girls will learn about Girl of the Year 2012-she’s a determined girl who loves gymnastics and uses her strengths to turn challenges into triumphs. Your girl will also learn about goal setting, enjoy a delicious meal, and get a doll-sized gymnastics bag. Plus, she’ll take home a Girl of the Year poster and a copy of Take the Challenge, a book filled with fun games and brainteasers.
Special events
For events that require reservations, please call 877-247-5223.
Friday, February 3, 2012
3:00 p.m.
McKenna Bracelet Craft
Your girl can reach for the stars—just like Girl of the Year 2012! During this craft event, she’ll create a paper bracelet to fill with personal goals and encouraging words. Learn More
5:00 p.m.
McKenna 2012 Celebration
Celebrate our newest Girl of the Year! At this special event, girls will learn about Girl of the Year 2012-she’s a determined girl who loves gymnastics and uses her strengths to turn challenges into triumphs. Your girl will also learn about goal setting, enjoy a delicious meal, and get a doll-sized gymnastics bag. Plus, she’ll take home a Girl of the Year poster and a copy of Take the Challenge, a book filled with fun games and brainteasers. Learn More
Sunday, February 5, 2012
1:00 p.m.
Addy’s Embroidered Card Craft
To celebrate the end of the Civil War and her birthday, Addy chose a traditional American treat—cherry pie! Your girl can learn how to stitch a sweet cherry-pie design on an embroidery card. Learn More
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
4:00 p.m.
McKenna "Take the Challenge" Scavenger Hunt
Your girl will go on a scavenger hunt throughout the store, taking fast and fun challenges to stretch her skills along the way. Plus, she’ll get a free American Girl poster at the end! Learn More
Friday, February 10, 2012
5:00 p.m.
Cookie Bouquet Decorating Class
Make someone’s day with a cookie bouquet! She’ll learn how to design her own beautiful bouquet made of heart and flower cookies using fancy frosting, sparkling sugars, and cute candies. Then, she’ll decorate a butterfly cupcake to enjoy after her delicious meal at American Girl! Learn More
Sunday, February 12, 2012
12:00 p.m.
Valentine Card Craft
Inspire your girl to give something extra-special to her Valentine: a cute handmade card and matching envelope! She’ll use stickers and decorative paper to make a one-of-a-kind card, then add a sweet message on the inside. Learn More
Date with Dad
Make memories to last a lifetime! You’ll enjoy a delicious meal and special time with your daughter. Includes an American Girl book, a commemorative photo and frame, and keepsakes to take home as a reminder of your day together. Learn More
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
3:00 p.m.
Valentine Card Craft
Inspire your girl to give something extra-special to her Valentine: a cute handmade card and matching envelope! She’ll use stickers and decorative paper to make a one-of-a-kind card, then add a sweet message on the inside. Learn More
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
2:00 p.m.
Addy’s Ice Cream Churning Demo
Learn about how ice cream was made in Addy’s day. American Girl staff will show girls how to make this frozen treat using an old-fashioned ice cream churn, just like the one Addy’s papa used in 1864. Learn More
2:00 p.m.
Addy’s Birdcage Craft
In 1864, Addy loved to hear the hopeful songs of a sweet canary named Sunny. Your girl can make her own little paper birdcage with a canary inside to remind her of Addy’s stories. Learn More
4:00 p.m.
McKenna "Take the Challenge" Scavenger Hunt
Your girl will go on a scavenger hunt throughout the store, taking fast and fun challenges to stretch her skills along the way. Plus, she’ll get a free American Girl poster at the end! Learn More
Thursday, February 16, 2012
3:00 p.m.
Marie-Grace & Cécile’s Embroidered Card Craft
Your girl can learn how to stitch a dancer’s silhouette on an embroidery card, reminiscent of the performers at the costume galas Marie-Grace and Cécile attended in 1853. Learn More
Saturday, February 18, 2012
11:00 a.m.
Bitty Bear’s Birthday Celebration
It’s Bitty Bear’s birthday—stop by the Bitty Baby boutique to celebrate! Your little girl can sign the giant birthday card with wishes for her furry friend, then decorate a girl-sized birthday tiara to take home. Learn More
Sunday, February 19, 2012
2:00 p.m.
McKenna Mirror Craft
Inspire your girl to reach her goals, just like our newest Girl of the Year! During this craft event, she’ll decorate a paper mirror with positive messages to help her find her strengths. Learn More
4:30 p.m.
McKenna 2012 Celebration
Celebrate our newest Girl of the Year! At this special event, girls will learn about Girl of the Year 2012-she’s a determined girl who loves gymnastics and uses her strengths to turn challenges into triumphs. Your girl will also learn about goal setting, enjoy a delicious meal, and get a doll-sized gymnastics bag. Plus, she’ll take home a Girl of the Year poster and a copy of Take the Challenge, a book filled with fun games and brainteasers. Learn More
Monday, February 20, 2012
1:00 p.m.
Molly’s Embroidered Card Craft
Your girl can learn how to stitch a birthday cake design on an embroidery card—it’s just like the one Molly and her friend Emily would have enjoyed at their tea party in 1944. Learn More
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
2:00 p.m.
Marie-Grace & Cécile’s Dance Slipper Craft
In the 1850s, girls dressed up to dance at fancy costume balls. Your girl can decorate a paper dance slipper, reminiscent of the ones Marie-Grace and Cécile would have worn to a special celebration. Learn More
4:30 p.m.
Marie-Grace & Cécile’s Fete
American Girl celebrates Marie-Grace and Cécile! Join us at this special event to learn about our newest historical characters, friends who are growing up in New Orleans during the 1850s. Have fun with your special girl as you learn French words and phrases, make crafts, and enjoy a delicious meal. Includes an American Girl book to take home, plus a keepsake booklet with activities and journaling pages to help commemorate this special day. Learn More
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
10:30 a.m.
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. Learn More
12:00 p.m.
Bitty Bunch Friendship Tree
The Bitty Bunch has planted a friendship tree, and they want your little girl to help it grow. Come celebrate with the Bitty Bunch! Your girl is invited to decorate her very own leaf to hang on the friendship tree for all to see. Learn More
4:00 p.m.
McKenna "Take the Challenge" Scavenger Hunt
Your girl will go on a scavenger hunt throughout the store, taking fast and fun challenges to stretch her skills along the way. Plus, she’ll get a free American Girl poster at the end! Learn More
Thursday, February 23, 2012
11:00 a.m.
Dazzle Your Doll
What a great way to spend a day! Girls can dress their dolls for a spectacular summer vacation at this special four-hour 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! Learn More
Friday, February 24, 2012
1:00 p.m.
Stylists’ Secrets from the Doll Hair Salon
Bring her doll and discover our stylists’ secrets to pulling off a perfect ponytail wrap, double-flip twist, and other special tricks using stylists’ clips. Learn More
Saturday, February 25, 2012
3:00 p.m.
Meet the Author: Mary Casanova
Meet Mary Casanova, the award-winning author of our 2012 Girl of the Year books! This informal session is your opportunity to meet Ms. Casanova in person and have your favorite books signed. Learn More
5:30 p.m.
American Girl Dinner with Author Mary Casanova
Enjoy a delicious dinner with award-winning author Mary Casanova! She’ll share the secrets of her writing process and explain how she created the stories of our Girl of the Year 2012. All American Girl book fans and aspiring writers are encouraged to stay for a Q&A session. Learn More
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Memories with Mom
Share an extra-special day with your daughter! You’ll enjoy a delicious meal and one-on-one time together. Includes an American Girl book, a commemorative photo and frame, and keepsakes to take home as a reminder of the memories made during your day together. Learn More
Monday, February 27, 2012
4:30 p.m.
Five-Minute Doll ’Dos
Your girl can learn to do super-fast styles, including a braided headband, twisty bun, and game-time ponytail. Learn More
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
4:00 p.m.
McKenna "Take the Challenge" Scavenger Hunt
Your girl will go on a scavenger hunt throughout the store, taking fast and fun challenges to stretch her skills along the way. Plus, she’ll get a free American Girl poster at the end! Learn More
Thursday, March 1, 2012
2:00 p.m.
Marie-Grace & Cécile’s Dance Slipper Craft
In the 1850s, girls dressed up to dance at fancy costume balls. Your girl can decorate a paper dance slipper, reminiscent of the ones Marie-Grace and Cécile would have worn to a special celebration. Learn More
Friday, March 2, 2012
3:00 p.m.
McKenna "Go For It!" Crafts
Go for it with our newest Girl of the Year! During this craft event, your girl will decorate a paper mirror with positive messages for inspiration. Plus, she’ll create a paper bracelet to fill with personal goals and encouraging words. Learn More
5:00 p.m.
McKenna 2012 Celebration
Celebrate our newest Girl of the Year! At this special event, girls will learn about Girl of the Year 2012-she’s a determined girl who loves gymnastics and uses her strengths to turn challenges into triumphs. Your girl will also learn about goal setting, enjoy a delicious meal, and get a doll-sized gymnastics bag. Plus, she’ll take home a Girl of the Year poster and a copy of Take the Challenge, a book filled with fun games and brainteasers. Learn More
Plan your visit
Find the information you need to make your visit easy and enjoyable:
- Directions
- Store hours
- Dining reservations/availability
- Store map (pdf)
- Hotels
- Group visits
- Make a checklist
For more information, e-mail us or call 877-247-5223.
Frequently asked questions
- What can I expect at the Doll Hair Salon?
- The Doll Hair Salon is where dolls get the special attention they deserve. Choose from a variety of new hairdos, and our stylists will make it happen. They can even pamper your girl’s doll with a package that makes her shine.
- What if I have a group?
- We welcome Girl Scout, school, and travel groups; book clubs; and more. Call 877-247-5223 to arrange a special visit. Available for groups of 20 or more.
- Do I need reservations?
- Reservations are needed for Bistro seatings and can be booked online for up to seven guests. To book for more than seven guests or to book for special events and packages that require reservations, call 877-247-5223. Some special events and packages also require reservations—call 877-247-5223 to reserve your spot (online reservations are not available).
- What if I need to change my reservation?
- For Bistro reservations, please adjust your booking online at least 24 hours beforehand if you have a change in the number of guests or if you need to cancel or re-schedule. Please note that event registrations are non-exchangeable and non-refundable.
- What is Personal Shopping about?
- Let one of our shopping experts assist you with advice, ideas, purchases, and more. To schedule an appointment, simply fill out our contact form. This complimentary service is available at all American Girl stores.
- How do I request a donation?
- Please review the guidelines and requirements to determine your eligibility for a donation, then complete and submit the Donation Request Form.
Dining reservations: book online | Party or event reservations: call 877-247-5223
