Modern Era dolls

The Modern Era Collection reimagines beloved American Girl characters with modern style and meaningful details. The collection honors the characters that started it all-and invites fans to fall in love with them again.

What is the Modern Era Collection?
The Modern Era Collection opens a new chapter on beloved historical characters with a fresh take on their original fashions. These 14.5-inch dolls interpret the iconic looks of fan favorites Felicity Merriman™, Josefina Montoya™, Kirsten Larson™, Addy Walker™, Samantha Parkington™, and Molly McIntire™. Each Modern Era doll features updated styling and thoughtful design details that honor the character’s story and legacy.

What size are the Modern Era dolls?
Modern Era dolls are 14.5 inches tall.

What makes them different from the original 18-inch historical characters?
Modern Era™ dolls are a smaller 14.5-inch scale and feature reimagined, modern interpretations of our historical characters’ original outfits. While our 18-inch historical character dolls feature period-accurate designs tied closely to their stories, the Modern Era Collection offers a contemporary reimagining that blends the details fans remember with updated fashion styling.

Are these collector items?
The Modern Era™ Collection is designed with longtime fans in mind. The distinctive scale and modern reinterpretation of classic characters make them especially appealing for display and the perfect addition to any collection.

Are these dolls part of American Girl's 40th anniversary celebration?
Yes! As part of our anniversary celebration, the Modern Era Collection honors the original characters that helped define American Girl introducing a new way to celebrate them today.