# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Eastern National Doll, Toy & Bear Show & Sale
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 06 Dec, 2025 at 10:00 am – Sun, 07 Dec, 2025 at 02:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Get Ready to Be WOWED! 

We are beyond excited to welcome the one and only Alan Scott Pate to the Eastern National Doll, Toy & Bear Show this year! 

Show Dates: Saturday, December 6th and Sunday, December 7th, 2025! 

If you're passionate about Japanese dolls, you know the name: Alan is a world-renowned expert, author, and collector. He brings an unparalleled depth of knowledge about the artistry, history, and cultural significance of these incredible figures.

Mark your calendars! Alan will be doing a FREE presentation in the Learning Room at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 6th. The fascinating topic is: "Japanese Friendship Doll – No and Yes." This is an incredible opportunity to learn from one of the best!

Description: An introduction to the world of the famous Japanese Friendship Dolls of 1927, with an explanation of just what a Friendship Doll is, and what it isn't. Using a pair of large-scale ichimatsu-ningyo as an object lesson. Fun for the whole family

We can't wait for our patrons to have this amazing chance to meet and chat with him!

See you at the show! 

#AlanScottPate #DollCollector #JapaneseDolls #EasternNational #FriendshipDolls
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gaithersburg/eastern-national-doll-toy-and-bear-show-and-sale/200029182839606
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, calendar
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 9

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Gaithersburg
- **state**: MD
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 16 Chestnut Street, Gaithersburg, MD, United States, Maryland 20877
- **lat**: 39.14336
- **long**: -77.20445
- **full address**: 16 Chestnut Street, Gaithersburg, MD, United States, Maryland 20877

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Eastern National Doll, Toy & Bear Show & Sale being held?
  - **A:** Eastern National Doll, Toy & Bear Show & Sale takes place on Sat, 06 Dec, 2025 at 10:00 am to Sun, 07 Dec, 2025 at 02:00 pm at 16 Chestnut Street, Gaithersburg, MD, United States, Maryland 20877.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Eastern National Doll, Toy & Bear Show & Sale?
  - **A:** Eastern National Doll, Toy & Bear Show & Sale is organized by Eastern National Doll Show - Gaithersburg MD.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Eastern National Doll, Toy & Bear Show & Sale is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Gaithersburg, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Eastern National Doll, Toy & Bear Show & Sale sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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