Barbie: The Exhibition

Name: Barbie: The Exhibition
Start: 2026-06-12T23:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-10-18T22:59:59+00:00
Location: Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

Argyle Street

Until 18 Oct

Glasgow

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This major new exhibition looks at the history and design of the world’s most famous and iconic dolls. Come and celebrate how Barbie has inspired generations across the world for almost seventy years. Featuring over 250 objects, from the very beginning to the present day, this exhibition showcases fashion, architecture, furniture and the many friends of Barbie. Barbie: The Exhibition, created in collaboration between the Design Museum, London and Mattel, makes its Scottish debut at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, proudly hosted by Glasgow Life Museums. Tickets on sale now Want to hear the latest news? Sign up here to be among the first to know more about Barbie: The Exhibition!

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