Illusion Projects and Admit VIP, in partnership with leading global toy company, Mattel, is proud to announce Barbie®: A Cultural Icon Exhibition launching in the world-famous Las Vegas Strip inside The Shops at Crystals. It is the first Barbie doll exhibition to tour in the United States. Opening October 2021, the exhibition will showcase how Barbie is more than just a doll; she is a cultural icon. The exhibition will celebrate Barbie as a reflection of culture with exclusive interviews and an up-close look at vintage dolls, career representation and fashion trends from each era. Barbie: A Cultural Icon Exhibition will showcase the very first Barbie Doll produced in 1959 and lead guests through the decades, paying homage to Barbie and the world around her. The exhibition will also feature 150+ vintage dolls, artifacts and life-sized fashion pieces that will come to life through tastefully custom-themed displays. Video interviews with Barbie designers will expand the narrative.