Basic Facts
- Name: Kirsten Larson
- Birthday: June 8, 1845
- Series Location: Minnesota
- Series Timeline: Early Summer 1854 to Late Winter 1856
Kirsten is a brave, hardworking character, given her new life in America (Minnesota) and the work needed on the frontier. Initially, Kirsten does not feel like she will ever belong in America but after her journey and some time on the farm she starts to feel like an American. She is quite sensitive towards animals and children and makes friends easily. She is occasionally prone to daydreaming, and if something is not easy for her she struggles with it. She is easily frightened by unfamiliar things. She hates being trapped inside small spaces and is a very active child. When Kirsten wants something, she becomes a bad listener and tends to pester others until she has achieved what she wants. This stubborn streak sometimes gets her in trouble. Kirsten is helpful, and responsible, and has often taken on more responsibility without complaint. Kirsten loves to explore, and she especially loves to tell and keep secrets.
Kirsten likes to try new things, and she especially took interest in sewing, more of an American custom, which Swedish women weren't used to.
American Girl characterizes her as "brave" and "steadfast."
Kirsten Larson was one of the first three Historical Characters of the American Girl Dolls, representing the Pioneer Era. Kirsten was released in 1986 along with Samantha Parkington and Molly McIntire.
American Girl started sending out letters in fall 2009 stating that they would archive Kirsten Larson's entire collection; the doll and her collection would no longer be available for purchase online, at stores, or through catalogues with the exception of books and the mini doll. Official archiving was on January 1, 2010.
