The History & Artistry of Victorian Hairwork in 19th-Century America
Saturday, October 24, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Description:
Join us for this History Talk as historian and hairwork artist Diane Irby offers insight into the intricate and deeply sentimental art of transforming human hair into lasting keepsakes. This engaging presentation explores the history of Victorian hairwork and its significance within nineteenth-century American culture. The presentation examines the diverse techniques used to create hairwork, traces the rise and eventual decline of the practice, and highlights the important role it played in the lives of women during the Victorian era, offering opportunities for creative expression, artistic accomplishment, and personal agency within the social conventions of the nineteenth century.
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Cost:
Tickets are $15 each. Current Deepwood Members receive free admission.
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