World Doll Day

Supriya Jain
Dec 22, 2023 By Supriya Jain
Originally Published on Mar 04, 2022
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World Doll Day is the day for a mother to gift new dolls to their children.

Where is World Doll Day celebrated?

World Doll Day is celebrated all over the world and there is not much information regarding any specific location about where this day is celebrated. Different events are organized across the world on this day.

Who is World Doll Day celebrated by?

This event is celebrated by people who want to send a message of love and happiness by giving a doll to a child.

When did World Doll Day first start?

World Doll Day was first started in the year 1986.

Who started World Doll Day?

World Doll Day was first started by Mildred Seeley in the year 1986.

History And Timeline

Dolls are almost a thousand years old and one of the oldest toys. During the olden times, dolls were made up of clays, stones, wax, leather, and all the other materials that were available at that time.

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Girls eagerly look forward to the celebration of World Doll Day

Adult Humans

Adult humans were the image of dolls until 1850.

1850

A Children’s Nook

A children’s book named 'The Lonely Doll' was written by Canadian author Dare Wright.

1957

World Doll Day

World Doll Day was first started by Mildred Seeley in the year of 1986.

1986

Fashion Dolls

Yasmin Cloe, Jade, and Sasha were the fashion dolls started by MGA Entertainment.

2001

Astronauts

Stargazer Lottie was a doll that joined the Astronauts.

2015

Traditions And Customs

The traditions and customs that are followed during this day are by giving someone a doll, especially a child who does not have one. This day is all about showing happiness and love.

Ways To Observe Or Celebrate World Doll Day

You can celebrate this by giving someone a doll. You can also visit doll exhibitions. You can also learn a lot about the history of dolls on this day.

Facts And Stats

  • World Doll Day is celebrated to show the love, kindness, and happiness that dolls bring.
  • World Doll Day was first started in the year 1986 and has been celebrated ever since.
  • Mildred Seeley was the man behind the starting of World Doll Day.
  • World Doll Day does not have a particular date to be celebrated. It is celebrated on the second Saturday of June.

What are some reasons for celebrating World Doll Day?

Some of the reasons for celebrating this day are to spread a message of love and happiness by giving a child a doll that does not have one.

What are some events similar to World Doll Day?

Some of the similar events are Doll Day and Barnie And Backlash Day.

How and why do kids enjoy World Doll Day?

A: Kids enjoy World Doll Day because kids enjoy playing with dolls. On this day they also get new dolls from their parents and they enjoy this day by playing with them. Kids also share their dolls with their friends.

What is the history behind this day?

World Doll Day was first started by Mildred Seeley in the year of 1986. Dolls are almost a thousand years old and one of the oldest toys. During the old times, dolls were made up of clays, stones, wax, leather, and all the other materials that were available at that time.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Saturday, June 13, 2020
  • Saturday, June 12, 2021
  • Saturday, June 11, 2022
  • Saturday, June 10, 2023
  • Saturday, June 08, 2024

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Written by Supriya Jain

Bachelor of Commerce, Master of Business Administration specializing in Marketing

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