Summary:

The Barbie Inspiring Women series pays tribute to incredible heroines of their time; courageous women who took risks, changed rules, and paved the way for generations of girls to dream bigger than ever before.

This collectible Barbie doll honors Opal Lee, a retired teacher, counselor, and social impact leader who was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2024 for her work in making Juneteenth a federal holiday. In dedicating her life to community advocacy and historical preservation, she persistently demonstrates what’s possible when one uses their voice to inspire change.

Features:

• This Barbie Inspiring Women doll honors Opal Lee, the “Grandmother of Juneteenth.” She has dedicated her life to advocating for positive change as a teacher, counselor, and community activist.
• At the age of 89, Opal Lee walked hundreds of miles to Washington, D.C. to petition lawmakers to make Juneteenth a national holiday. In 2021, her dream became a reality when legislation was passed.
• Every Juneteenth she continues to host a 2.5 mile walk to commemorate the 2.5 years it took for news and enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation to reach the enslaved people in Texas.
• Fittingly, her Barbie doll wears a blue Unity Unlimited Opal’s Walk For Freedom t-shirt. Glasses, white pants, and sneakers complete the civil rights advocate’s look.
• Opal Lee has been a changemaker in historical preservation and community advocacy, and in 2024 was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her work in making Juneteenth a federal holiday.
• The Opal Lee Barbie Inspiring Women doll comes in displayable packaging and makes for a meaningful gift to be cherished for years to come.
• Doll Designer: Carlyle Nuera
• Packaging Designer: Vicky Gevorkyan
• Label: Black
• Face Sculpt: Asha
• Body Type: Articulated curvy

Includes Barbie doll, doll stand, and Certificate of Authenticity.

• Ages 6Y+
• Doll stand included. Doll cannot stand alone.
• Subject to availability.
• Colors and decorations may vary.