Join Dr. Nora Carleson, Historic New England's Curator of Fashion and Decorative Arts, to learn about Victorian Hair Jewelry. Whether you’re intrigued or grossed out, earrings, brooches, bracelets, and necklaces made of human hair were once commonplace throughout the United States. Explore the history of hair jewelry in New England — learn how it was made, what it looked like, why it was popular, and about artists who have returned to the craft today.

After the lecture, create your own hair jewelry pieces! Jewelry supplies will be provided. Artificial hair will also be provided, but feel free to bring your own (or a loved one’s).