American Girl’s 40th Anniversary and Blake Changnon’s Appearance on CBS Sunday Morning
A reflection from Blake Changnon on his appearance on CBS Sunday Morning’s segment on American Girl’s 40th Anniversary.
Forty Years of Story and Play: The Enduring Legacy of American Girl and Its Historical Characters
Our founder, president, and CEO recently wrote an article for Toy Tales, North America’s premier independent toy journalism website, about American Girl’s 40th anniversary and the legacy of its historical characters.
Blake Changnon on Toy Tales
Our founder, president, and CEO was recently interviewed for an article on Toy Tales, North America’s premier independent toy journalism website with a nostalgic focus, documenting the toys, games, and playthings that shaped childhood experiences and continue to resonate today. Check it out today!
Remembering W. Jerome “Jerry” Frautschi
A statement from Blake Changnon on the passing of W. Jerome “Jerry” Frautschi.
Mailboxes to Memories: American Girl’s Storytelling through Catalogues: Reflections from the “Oh, You Beautiful Doll” Conference at the University of Pittsburgh
In March 2025, the University of Pittsburgh hosted the “Oh, You Beautiful Doll” conference, which brought new attention to the ways childhood, gender, and identity are shaped through toys and media. Blake Changnon and Janine Napierkowski presented a session on Pleasant Company and American Girl.
