Meet Marjorie Stewart Joyner: Hair Ornament Workshop

Participants will explore the life and legacy of Marjorie Stewart Joyner through images and patents showcasing her remarkable contributions. As a pioneering figure in Chicago's history, Joyner made her mark by opening her first beauty shop and becoming a protégé of Madam C.J. Walker. While Joyner’s philanthropic, educational, and business endeavors took her across the country and abroad, she remained deeply involved in Chicago’s cultural and civic life. 

After the engaging lecture, jeweler Joy Joshua will lead a workshop where participants can design their own unique bejeweled hair ornaments, drawing inspiration from photos of Marjorie from our collection.