Barbie Inspiring Women Doll, Opal Lee Collectible in Blue “Opal’s Walk For Freedom T Shirt, White Pants And Glasses, Doll Stand Displayable Packaging, JJX60

​This Barbie Inspiring Women doll honors Opal Lee, the "Grandmother of Juneteenth." She has dedicated her life to advocating for positive change as a teacher, counselor, and community activist. ​At the age of 89, Opal Lee started a walking campaign from Texas to D.C. to petition lawmakers to make Juneteenth a national holiday. In 2021, her dream became a reality when legislation was passed. ​Every Juneteenth she continues to host a 2.5 mile walk to commemorate the 2.5 years it took for news and enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation to reach the enslaved people in Texas. ​Fittingly, her Barbie doll wears a blue Unity Unlimited Opal's Walk For Freedom t-shirt. Glasses, white pants, and sneakers complete the civil rights advocate’s​ look. ​Opal Lee has been a changemaker in historical preservation and community advocacy, and in 2024 was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her work in making Juneteenth a federal holiday. ​The Opal Lee Barbie Inspiring Women doll comes in displayable packaging and makes for a meaningful gift to be cherished for years to come., Manufacturer: Mattel