Josefina Montoya, 1824

Josefina is a young girl living near Santa Fe, in modern day New Mexico. She was the sixth Historical Character, introduced by American Girl in 1997.

She represents the New Mexico area under Mexican rule, and rancho life.

She is the only Historical Character of Latin American descent, and her stories and accessories often use Spanish, which is her native language. Her main books were also translated into Spanish when she was first released.