BARBIE'S B- DAY Celebration March 9 , 11-4pm Union Concourse Barbie was born on March 9, 1959, when her mass-production officially began and she was introduced that day to buyers at the Toy Fair. In recognition of this cultural icon, we take the day to reflect on who Barbie is and where she is going. This celebration will include a workshop by Jean Woodmansee where participants will be able to recreate a Barbie doll in an image of their choosing. Jean's reconfigured Barbie dolls, which she calls ReImagining Barbee , will be on display during this event. There will also be a screening of the videotaped performance of Postmodern Barbie by Elizabeth Whitney, and a screening of the film I, Doll: The Unauthorized Biography of America's 11 ½” Sweetheart . Please call the UAG for more information 414.229.6310. view the official invite Here are some images from the event: