Michael Canadas of the Grovian Doll Museum joins host Louisa Maxwell to discuss the origins of World Doll Day and how it has grown into a worldwide celebration of dolls.

This year we will celebrate World Doll Day on June 11, 2022. World Doll Day is not just for doll enthusiasts but a day for everyone to give or share the special joy a doll can bring.

World Doll Day was established in 1986 by Mildred Seeley the renowned doll expert, author and collector. Just as she shared her love of dolls through her books Mildred wanted to establish a day to celebrate the importance of dolls as playthings and the importance of play in society at large.

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Mildred Seeley’s Letter

The Grovian Doll Museum

Michael Canadas and David Robinson of the Grovian Doll Museum are planning a big celebration for World Doll Day with workshops and presentations by noted speakers from the world of Dolls. Learn more at : www.facebook.com/groups/worlddollday

Ghosts in the Museum

Recently The Grovian Doll museum was featured on recently on an episode of the Discovery+ show “Ghost Adventures,” where the ghost hunters recorded disembodied voices and spooky activity in different parts of the historic building that houses the museum. Perhaps the generous spirit behind World Doll Day may calm these restless spirits.

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