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Black Doll
Collectors Convention
Workshops & Seminars
We are excited about the workshops and seminars that we have lined up to date for
the convention. Our coordinator Laverne Cotton was pleasantly surprised when
requesting artists to conduct workshops.
For the conventioneer, that is looking to learn from artisans this year we hope you take
advantage and register early from the selection we have provided. Most workshops
and seminars are free to conventioneer but your registration form should be submitted
to insure admittance.
Please complete your form and submit to:
Workshop Coordinator
PO Box 1332
Mansfield, Mass 02048
Additional workshops may be added and can be found www.
blackdollcollectors.com
The history of Black Dolls Seminar Fee: Free
Barbara Whiteman Presenter
What is the oldest black doll around? What is a golliwog? When was the first black doll
made in the USA? These questions and others will be answered in this seminar led by
Barbara Whiteman. Barbara is the co-author of Black Dolls Proud, Bold & Beautiful,
Executive Director of the Philadelphia Doll Museum, & producer of the Philadelphia doll
convention.
She will share with us her vast knowledge and information which highlights the story of
how black people have been perceived throughout world history.
Philadelphia Doll Museum under the direction of Barbara Whiteman, the museum
is the only known museum in the nation that emphasizes the collection and
preservation of black dolls as artifacts of history and culture.
The Black Doll as a teaching tool Seminar Fee: Free
Presenters Professor Gerri Ann Olson Associate Professor,Psychology PH.D
Sonoma State University
The first hour of this workshop will be a slide presentation that will explore the unique role of
the doll in diverse cultures, from fertility rituals to child's play and how this rich history
and the black doll can be used as a teaching tool in a variety of educational setting.
Examples of funding sources and ways to create university community partnerships will
also be shared. Collaborating with educator’s dolls can be used to stimulate and
visually bring history alive. Every doll has a story and you will be instructed how to and
have the opportunity to develop a program for specific curriculum links.
Town Meeting Power of Play Fee: Free
What is the significance of play in fostering values and expectations that support
achievement?
In 1946 Dr Kenneth B Clark and, Mamie Phipps Clark founded the Northside Center
for Child Development in Harlem. There with the assistance of other psychologists and
social workers and researchers they created the" first full time guidance" service
center for Black Children the creation of the center was fueled by Dr. Mamie Phipps
Clark's Master's thesis,which introduced the results of the "Doll Test".
In 1954, Dr. Kenneth B. Clark presented those findings in Brown v. Board of Education
of Topeka Kansas: the landmark Supreme Court decision that ruled public school
segregation unconstitutional. Rev, Dayan M. Johnson worked as a research Associate
for Dr. Kenneth B. Clark during the 1970's and prepared expert statistical data for
desegregation cases and Affirmative Action Programs
.
Fast forward to the Fall of 2005 Kiri Davis a seventeen year old High school student
recreates the doll test and films a documentary of her findings. Little has changed!!
Where do we go from here?
What as a collector can you do to implement change?
What will we as parents, consumers and collectors require from manufactures,retailers
and artists to insure change happens?
Our panel will reflect on the findings and we will all develop a positive plan of
action.
Moderator: Katherine Honey , Museum at the Mill Executive Director
Panel
Rev. Dayan Johnson
Worked with Dr. Kenneth and Mamie Clark at the management consulting firm of Clark,
Phipps,Clark and Harris in New York. She went on to draft the first desegregation
plan for the Brockton School Department in 1986. She currently serves as Pastor of
the Lighthouse of Faith in Christ Jesus, a city mission in Brockton, MA.
SALOME YILMA- Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer EthiDolls
In December of 2006 EthiDolls launched their African Signature Doll Collection with
"Makeda" The Queen of Sheba. Their goal is to plant the seeds of empowerment,
leadership and social consciousness, through play, in today's African-American girls
and their multicultural playmates.
Barbara Whitman -Executive Director Philadelphia Doll Museum
The only known museum in the nation that emphasizes the collection and preservation
of black dolls as artifacts of history and culture.
Georgette Taylor- Co -Founder Big Beautiful Dolls
Created the first plus size, full figured fashion dolls in 1999. Their mission and goal
is to offer a fuller figured, more curvy fashion doll to the doll world that not only
provides greater choice of dolls, but that also celebrates real women with curves.
Exhibits/Seminars/Workshops
No Longer Hidden Exhibit/ Seminar Fee: Free
Roben Campbell Presenter
The History of Black Cloth Dolls
From the private collection of Harvard resident and owner of Harvard Antiques: Ms. Pat
Hatch’s collection of one hundred fifty black cloth dolls that were made between 1870
and 1930 will be on exhibit. Roben Campbell started documenting and researching the
collection a year and a half ago and will curate the exhibit
Doll E Daze Museum Exhibit/ Seminar Fee: Free
Felicia Walker Presenter
"Celebrate black history through the eyes of a doll collector"
Felicia will guide you through the seventeen exhibits displayed yearly in libraries
through Massachusetts. The Doll E Daze Museum will be the second Black doll
museum in the country.
African Wrap Doll Workshop Fee: $15.00
Debbie Britt Executive Director: Doll E Daze Project and Museum
Storyteller, author, collector Debbie Britt will introduce participants to the African
folklore the “Legend of Cecilia” a family legacy and newly released book. The legend
tells of how enslaved children endured the hardship of the middle passage. Fun filled
instructions are then given for you to create your own African wrap doll using recycled
materials. All Materials provided
Create your own doll furniture Workshop Fee: $20.00
Henry Henderson
Master Upholster for thirty years Henry Henderson never quite closed that chapter in
his life. In fact his affair with furniture making was rekindled when he joined his wife
jean in the doll industry. Henry's meticulous eye to detail makes his pieces highly
sought after by collectors. Not only are the techniques you will acquire while creating
your tufted seat with Henry Henderson invaluable, your tufted seat will be an heirloom
for your special 111/2" -18" doll.
Wigs, Wigs, Wigs Workshop Fee: $15.00
Tamara Mattison & Jerrilyn Cannon Members of P.D.C.C Metro Boston
Collectors, doll artisans will share with you the joy and intricate details of making wigs
for your dolls using human, kankelon, and yarn to weave and create wigs for your doll
you will remember the excellent of the convention each time you view your doll will a full
head of fabulous hair. Includes all materials
**Please bring your own 111/2" doll**
Jewelry Making Workshop Fee: 28.00 Bead Cache
Not only are diamonds a girl best friend, enhance your dolls appearance and fashions
using a variety of beads, and stones. Accessories such as necklaces, earrings,
chokers and bracelets can be created once you are provided with the appropriate
tools.
Creating a Diorama ( Shadow Box) Workshop Fee: 24.00 Louise Powell
Now that you have added miniatures to your collection what is the safest and most
effective way to display and preserve them. A shadow box allows you to display those
precious finds.
DOLL E, Fee: $5.00
Our own unique version of Bingo, retain historical facts and enjoy a game of chance
winning some popular and one of a kind dolls and doll related items.
Sculpt A Doll's Head Joyce Stroman Fee: 75.00
Using polymer clay with Joyce Stroman students will learn the basic sculpt techniques
that they can use and adapt to their work. Students will be guided through the process
of sculpting the head step by step. They will learn how to use simple shapes and tools
to achieve a realistic look. This course will enable students to visualize and develop
their own style and technique.
Jazzy Altered Accessories Sharon Tucker Fee: 35.00
This is a think out of the box, "Paper-Mache" workshop. Learn to transform a straw hat
into a jazzy,funky-fun hat,suitable for any high fashion or "Try-fashion doll! Sharon will
take you through a delightful three hour journey using tissue paper, wire, cardboard,
straw hats, beads,trim, fabric etc. to create one of a kind accessories for your dolls.
Dress For The Mess and lets have some fun
the convention. Our coordinator Laverne Cotton was pleasantly surprised when
requesting artists to conduct workshops.
For the conventioneer, that is looking to learn from artisans this year we hope you take
advantage and register early from the selection we have provided. Most workshops
and seminars are free to conventioneer but your registration form should be submitted
to insure admittance.
Please complete your form and submit to:
Workshop Coordinator
PO Box 1332
Mansfield, Mass 02048
Additional workshops may be added and can be found www.
blackdollcollectors.com
The history of Black Dolls Seminar Fee: Free
Barbara Whiteman Presenter
What is the oldest black doll around? What is a golliwog? When was the first black doll
made in the USA? These questions and others will be answered in this seminar led by
Barbara Whiteman. Barbara is the co-author of Black Dolls Proud, Bold & Beautiful,
Executive Director of the Philadelphia Doll Museum, & producer of the Philadelphia doll
convention.
She will share with us her vast knowledge and information which highlights the story of
how black people have been perceived throughout world history.
Philadelphia Doll Museum under the direction of Barbara Whiteman, the museum
is the only known museum in the nation that emphasizes the collection and
preservation of black dolls as artifacts of history and culture.
The Black Doll as a teaching tool Seminar Fee: Free
Presenters Professor Gerri Ann Olson Associate Professor,Psychology PH.D
Sonoma State University
The first hour of this workshop will be a slide presentation that will explore the unique role of
the doll in diverse cultures, from fertility rituals to child's play and how this rich history
and the black doll can be used as a teaching tool in a variety of educational setting.
Examples of funding sources and ways to create university community partnerships will
also be shared. Collaborating with educator’s dolls can be used to stimulate and
visually bring history alive. Every doll has a story and you will be instructed how to and
have the opportunity to develop a program for specific curriculum links.
Town Meeting Power of Play Fee: Free
What is the significance of play in fostering values and expectations that support
achievement?
In 1946 Dr Kenneth B Clark and, Mamie Phipps Clark founded the Northside Center
for Child Development in Harlem. There with the assistance of other psychologists and
social workers and researchers they created the" first full time guidance" service
center for Black Children the creation of the center was fueled by Dr. Mamie Phipps
Clark's Master's thesis,which introduced the results of the "Doll Test".
In 1954, Dr. Kenneth B. Clark presented those findings in Brown v. Board of Education
of Topeka Kansas: the landmark Supreme Court decision that ruled public school
segregation unconstitutional. Rev, Dayan M. Johnson worked as a research Associate
for Dr. Kenneth B. Clark during the 1970's and prepared expert statistical data for
desegregation cases and Affirmative Action Programs
.
Fast forward to the Fall of 2005 Kiri Davis a seventeen year old High school student
recreates the doll test and films a documentary of her findings. Little has changed!!
Where do we go from here?
What as a collector can you do to implement change?
What will we as parents, consumers and collectors require from manufactures,retailers
and artists to insure change happens?
Our panel will reflect on the findings and we will all develop a positive plan of
action.
Moderator: Katherine Honey , Museum at the Mill Executive Director
Panel
Rev. Dayan Johnson
Worked with Dr. Kenneth and Mamie Clark at the management consulting firm of Clark,
Phipps,Clark and Harris in New York. She went on to draft the first desegregation
plan for the Brockton School Department in 1986. She currently serves as Pastor of
the Lighthouse of Faith in Christ Jesus, a city mission in Brockton, MA.
SALOME YILMA- Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer EthiDolls
In December of 2006 EthiDolls launched their African Signature Doll Collection with
"Makeda" The Queen of Sheba. Their goal is to plant the seeds of empowerment,
leadership and social consciousness, through play, in today's African-American girls
and their multicultural playmates.
Barbara Whitman -Executive Director Philadelphia Doll Museum
The only known museum in the nation that emphasizes the collection and preservation
of black dolls as artifacts of history and culture.
Georgette Taylor- Co -Founder Big Beautiful Dolls
Created the first plus size, full figured fashion dolls in 1999. Their mission and goal
is to offer a fuller figured, more curvy fashion doll to the doll world that not only
provides greater choice of dolls, but that also celebrates real women with curves.
Exhibits/Seminars/Workshops
No Longer Hidden Exhibit/ Seminar Fee: Free
Roben Campbell Presenter
The History of Black Cloth Dolls
From the private collection of Harvard resident and owner of Harvard Antiques: Ms. Pat
Hatch’s collection of one hundred fifty black cloth dolls that were made between 1870
and 1930 will be on exhibit. Roben Campbell started documenting and researching the
collection a year and a half ago and will curate the exhibit
Doll E Daze Museum Exhibit/ Seminar Fee: Free
Felicia Walker Presenter
"Celebrate black history through the eyes of a doll collector"
Felicia will guide you through the seventeen exhibits displayed yearly in libraries
through Massachusetts. The Doll E Daze Museum will be the second Black doll
museum in the country.
African Wrap Doll Workshop Fee: $15.00
Debbie Britt Executive Director: Doll E Daze Project and Museum
Storyteller, author, collector Debbie Britt will introduce participants to the African
folklore the “Legend of Cecilia” a family legacy and newly released book. The legend
tells of how enslaved children endured the hardship of the middle passage. Fun filled
instructions are then given for you to create your own African wrap doll using recycled
materials. All Materials provided
Create your own doll furniture Workshop Fee: $20.00
Henry Henderson
Master Upholster for thirty years Henry Henderson never quite closed that chapter in
his life. In fact his affair with furniture making was rekindled when he joined his wife
jean in the doll industry. Henry's meticulous eye to detail makes his pieces highly
sought after by collectors. Not only are the techniques you will acquire while creating
your tufted seat with Henry Henderson invaluable, your tufted seat will be an heirloom
for your special 111/2" -18" doll.
Wigs, Wigs, Wigs Workshop Fee: $15.00
Tamara Mattison & Jerrilyn Cannon Members of P.D.C.C Metro Boston
Collectors, doll artisans will share with you the joy and intricate details of making wigs
for your dolls using human, kankelon, and yarn to weave and create wigs for your doll
you will remember the excellent of the convention each time you view your doll will a full
head of fabulous hair. Includes all materials
**Please bring your own 111/2" doll**
Jewelry Making Workshop Fee: 28.00 Bead Cache
Not only are diamonds a girl best friend, enhance your dolls appearance and fashions
using a variety of beads, and stones. Accessories such as necklaces, earrings,
chokers and bracelets can be created once you are provided with the appropriate
tools.
Creating a Diorama ( Shadow Box) Workshop Fee: 24.00 Louise Powell
Now that you have added miniatures to your collection what is the safest and most
effective way to display and preserve them. A shadow box allows you to display those
precious finds.
DOLL E, Fee: $5.00
Our own unique version of Bingo, retain historical facts and enjoy a game of chance
winning some popular and one of a kind dolls and doll related items.
Sculpt A Doll's Head Joyce Stroman Fee: 75.00
Using polymer clay with Joyce Stroman students will learn the basic sculpt techniques
that they can use and adapt to their work. Students will be guided through the process
of sculpting the head step by step. They will learn how to use simple shapes and tools
to achieve a realistic look. This course will enable students to visualize and develop
their own style and technique.
Jazzy Altered Accessories Sharon Tucker Fee: 35.00
This is a think out of the box, "Paper-Mache" workshop. Learn to transform a straw hat
into a jazzy,funky-fun hat,suitable for any high fashion or "Try-fashion doll! Sharon will
take you through a delightful three hour journey using tissue paper, wire, cardboard,
straw hats, beads,trim, fabric etc. to create one of a kind accessories for your dolls.
Dress For The Mess and lets have some fun
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