As you wander in this virtual museum, you will be able to explore a variety of objects and how these simple things made an impact on our everyday lives.
Current Exhibits:
Felicity's World: The Changnon Family Museum of Toys and Collectibles Pop-Up Exhibit
Our ninth exhibit and sixth in-person pop-up exhibit, Felicity's World: The Changnon Family Museum of Toys and Collectibles Pop-Up Exhibit, came to Colonial Williamsburg in July 2026. This exhibit brings Felicity’s world to life through her six original stories, featuring her playthings, outfits and accessories. Due to popular demand, we will share this exhibit on our website. Stay tuned!
Happy Birthday, American Girl!: Celebrating the “Happy Birthday!” Stories and 40 Years of Storytelling at Rust Library
Our eighth exhibit and fifth in-person pop-up exhibit, Happy Birthday, American Girl!: Celebrating the “Happy Birthday!” Stories and 40 Years of Storytelling, came to Rust Library in June 2026. This exhibit let guests step into the past and revisit the first seven Historical Characters’ birthday stories. Due to popular demand, we will share this exhibit on our website. Stay tuned!
Happy Birthday, American Girl!: Celebrating the “Happy Birthday!” Stories and 40 Years of Storytelling
Our seventh exhibit and fourth in-person pop-up exhibit, Happy Birthday, American Girl!: Celebrating the “Happy Birthday!” Stories and 40 Years of Storytelling, launched in May 2026. This exhibit let guests step into the past and revisit the first seven Historical Characters’ birthday stories. Due to popular demand, we will share this exhibit on our website. Stay tuned!
Step Into Their Stories: Celebrating 40 Years of American Girl
Our sixth exhibit and third in-person pop-up exhibit, Step Into Their Stories: Celebrating 40 Years of American Girl, launched in March 2026. This exhibit allowed guests to step into the past and mark 40 years of American Girl storytelling. Featuring the first six beloved American Girl historical characters and their very first stories: the “Meet” books that first introduced them to readers. Due to popular demand, we will share this exhibit on our website. Stay tuned!
Celebrate the Holiday with American Girl
Our fifth exhibit and our second in-person pop-up exhibit, Celebrate the Holidays with American Girl, launched in December 2025 and spotlights the beloved American Girl historical characters and their “holiday story” collections. Each display highlights how the first 10 original historical characters experienced the holiday in their respective eras. Due to popular demand, we will share this exhibit on our website. Stay tuned!
Back to School with American Girl
Our fourth exhibit and first in-person pop-up, Back to School with American Girl, launched in September 2025 and spotlights the beloved American Girl historical characters and their “school story” collections. Each display highlights how the first seven original historical characters experienced school during their distinct eras, offering a glimpse into American history through the lens of childhood education. Due to popular demand, we will share this exhibit on our website. Stay tuned!
Addy Walker: Why She Matters
Our third virtual exhibit, Addy Walker: Why She Matters, celebrates the 30th anniversary of Addy’s debut in 1993. This exhibit showcases a near-complete collection of Addy and her playthings. Relive your childhood through Addy’s collection, explore articles and programs about Addy and her creation, as well as share your favorite memories.
Childhood Nostalgia: A Collection of Pleasant Company and American Girl Catalogues
Our second exhibit (and the first to highlight our collectibles), Childhood Nostalgia: A Collection of Pleasant Company and American Girl Catalogues, showcases Blake Changnon’s extensive collection of catalogues from the renowned toy company.
American Girl: 35 Years of Strong Characters
Our inaugural exhibit, American Girl: 35 Years of Strong Characters, showcases Blake Changnon’s extensive American Girl collection and celebrates the toy company’s 35th anniversary of creating strong, courageous and heroic characters living and growing up in different times in America’s history.