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Weaving History Strand by Strand: A History of Victorian Hair Work in Murfreesboro

Date
Thursday, November 5, 2026
Time
4:30 PM
Venue
James E. Walker Library Special Collections (Room 444)
1611 Alumni Dr, Murfreesboro, TN 37132
Cost
Free
Organizer
MTSU James E. Walker Library
Official source
Organizer's page

When and where is the Weaving History Strand by Strand: A History of Victorian Hair Work in Murfreesboro?

The Weaving History Strand by Strand: A History of Victorian Hair Work takes place on November 5, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. It starts at 4:30 PM. It is held at James E. Walker Library Special Collections (Room 444), 1611 Alumni Dr. Admission is free. Details come from the event organizer, so confirm any last-minute changes with them before you go.

About This Event

MTSU's Walker Library Special Collections hosts an interactive presentation on Victorian hair work by independent researcher and practicing hair artist Jody Johnson of Oaklands Mansion. Johnson lectures on the culture and craftsmanship of turning collected human hair into jewelry, brings antique hair jewelry pieces and gives live demonstrations of traditional wirework and table-braiding methods. The free program takes place in Room 444 on the fourth floor of the James E. Walker Library and connects to the Creating Home: Domesticity and the Role of Women exhibit.

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James E. Walker Library Special Collections (Room 444), 1611 Alumni Dr, Murfreesboro, TN 37132

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Weaving History Strand by Strand: A History of Victorian Hair Work?

Weaving History Strand by Strand: A History of Victorian Hair Work takes place on Thursday, November 5, 2026, starting at 4:30 PM. All times are Central Time.

Where is Weaving History Strand by Strand: A History of Victorian Hair Work held?

Weaving History Strand by Strand: A History of Victorian Hair Work is held at James E. Walker Library Special Collections (Room 444), 1611 Alumni Dr, Murfreesboro, TN 37132.

How much does Weaving History Strand by Strand: A History of Victorian Hair Work cost?

Weaving History Strand by Strand: A History of Victorian Hair Work is free to attend.

Who organizes Weaving History Strand by Strand: A History of Victorian Hair Work?

Weaving History Strand by Strand: A History of Victorian Hair Work is organized by MTSU James E. Walker Library in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

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Date, Time & Location

Date
Thursday, November 5, 2026
Time
4:30 PM
Location
James E. Walker Library Special Collections (Room 444)
1611 Alumni Dr, Murfreesboro, TN 37132
Free Event

Contact Information

MTSU James E. Walker Library

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