Representation is Resistance: Celebrating the History of Black Dolls

Join The Cambridge Museum of History & Culture and The National Black Doll Museum of History & Culture for an opening reception of the local history exhibit, "Representation is Resistance: Celebrating the History of Black Dolls."

REPRESENTATION IS RESISTANCE is an exhibit honoring the history, artistry, and cultural significance of Black dolls and the stories they tell across generations.

ENTER and learn about stories of Black dolls, doll makers, and doll collectors here in Cambridge, MA.

GUEST SPEAKER DEBRA BRITT, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND CO-FOUNDER OF THE NATIONAL BLACK DOLL MUSEUM OF HISTORY & CULTURE

BRING YOUR FAVORITE DOLL AND JOIN US FOR A TEA PARTY TO CELEBRATE WORLD DOLL DA Y!

• Sunday, June 14, 2026, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
• Kendall Public Lobby, Kendall Square, 355 Main St, Cambridge, MA 02142
• Free and open to all! ADA Accessible
• Light refreshments will be served

ON VIEW June 14 to June 30, 2026

This exhibition is presented in partnership with The National Black Doll Musuem of History & Culture in North Attleborough, Massachusetts. “Since 2012, The National Black Doll Museum of History and Culture has existed as the nation’s second-ever and currently only brick-and-mor- tar museum dedicated to the art, craft, history, and preservation of Black dolls.” Home to a collection of over 7,000 Black dolls, its mission is “to nurture self-esteem, promote cultural diversity, and preserve Black dolls’ history by educating the public on their significance.”

We extend our deep gratitude to Founder and Executive Director Debra Britt—storyteller, truth-teller, artist, activist, and community leader—and to her tremendous team at The National Black Doll Musuem of History & Culture for their vision and collaboration.

Thank you to our generous sponsors, BXP, the Cambridge Redevelopment Authority, and Cambridge Arts.

For more information, please contact: [email protected]

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