# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The History & Artistry of Victorian Hairwork
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Step into the elegance of a bygone era with A Strand in Time, an evening devoted to the art and history of hair at the turn of the 20th century. Presented by local hairstylist, Tiffany Hallmark(@coiffeuseextraordinaire), in conjunction with the Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson House(@sheltonmcmurphey), this engaging lecture explores period haircare practices and styling techniques, including a live demonstration of the classic Psyche knot. Each attendee will receive a thoughtfully curated goodie bag for a small remembrance of the evening. 

Following a brief intermission, Diane Irby(@victorianhairwork) will present a second lecture on Victorian hairwork, offering insight into the intricate and sentimental craft that transformed hair into lasting keepsakes. A thoughtful and immersive experience for lovers of history, beauty, and the traditions of the past.

In her presentation, Diane will provide an overview of the history of hairwork and the various techniques used to transform human hair into art, with an emphasis on wirework, which is her specialty. She will trace the rise and fall of the traditional craft's popularity, examining how hairwork was created and displayed within the domestic sphere. 

Crucially, the presentation will highlight the role hairwork played in the lives of women in the Victorian era, exploring how this "sentimental fancy work" provided unique opportunities for creative expression and agency. A Q&A session will follow the presentation.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/eugene/the-history-and-artistry-of-victorian-hairwork/200029737762834
- **Event Categories**: art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 40

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Eugene
- **state**: OR
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 303 Willamette St (enter driveway off 3rd and Pearl Streets), Eugene, OR, United States, Oregon 97401
- **lat**: 44.05641
- **long**: -123.09208
- **full address**: 303 Willamette St (enter driveway off 3rd and Pearl Streets), Eugene, OR, United States, Oregon 97401

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The History & Artistry of Victorian Hairwork being held?
  - **A:** The History & Artistry of Victorian Hairwork takes place on Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 303 Willamette St (enter driveway off 3rd and Pearl Streets), Eugene, OR, United States, Oregon 97401.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The History & Artistry of Victorian Hairwork?
  - **A:** The History & Artistry of Victorian Hairwork is organized by The Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson House.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The History & Artistry of Victorian Hairwork is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Eugene, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The History & Artistry of Victorian Hairwork sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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