Fundraiser featuring Ann Ryan, author of Dad, Barbie & Me: An Insider Biography In Conversation With “MorphMom” Kathleen Butler Smith
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 – 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Atwood Museum, Mural Barn
The Cape Cod Toy Library, Inc. (CCTL) and the Atwood Museum are pleased to present a special fundraising event featuring author Ann Ryan, whose newly released memoir, Dad, Barbie & Me: An Insider Biography, offers a unique and deeply personal perspective on her father, Jack Ryan, the engineer and inventor whose innovations helped bring Barbie, Chatty Cathy, and other iconic toys to life.
Hosted at the historic Atwood Museum in Chatham, the event will feature a conversation between Ryan and Kathleen Butler Smith, founder of “MorphMom” and a nationally recognized advocate for women navigating life’s transitions. Together, they will explore the fascinating story behind one of the twentieth century’s most influential toy inventors, the cultural legacy of Barbie, and the family experiences that inspired Ryan’s memoir.
Admission is $50.
Proceeds from the event will benefit both the Atwood Museum and the Cape Cod Toy Library, supporting each organization’s commitment to preserving history, fostering community engagement, and enriching the lives of Cape Cod residents and visitors.
