The History of Barbie Doll By Daniellebechor Jan 1, 1959 The Barbie Doll was invented. The Barbie Doll was invented in 1959 by Ruth Handler. Jan 1, 1960 Dream House For Barbie Doll. Jan 1, 1961 Ken doll was introduced Ken doll was introduced two years after Barbie doll debuted. Jan 1, 1969 Christie Doll was the first African American doll introduced Jan 1, 1978 The Speak and Spell Toy by Texas Instruments Jan 1, 1979 Barbie Dream House Jan 1, 1980 African American Barbie Doll Jan 1, 1980 Hispanic Barbie Jan 1, 1990 1990s Barbie Doll & Ken Doll Jan 1, 2008 Barbie 3-Story Dream House. May 25, 2008 Barbie Doll as a TV Chef