Marjorie Guthrie

Marjorie Guthrie (1917–1983) was an American founder of the Woody Guthrie Foundation and Archives, and widow of American folk musician Woody Guthrie.

Marjorie Guthrie became an advocate for patients with Huntington's disease in the 1960s after her husband was diagnosed with the disease. She co-founded the Committee to Combat Huntington's Disease (CCHD) and played a crucial role in raising awareness, fundraising, and supporting research for the disease.

Marjorie Guthrie had four children with Woody Guthrie: Gwendolyn, Sue, Kathy, and Nora. They dedicated their lives to advocating for patients with Huntington's disease after Woody's diagnosis.

The Woody Guthrie Foundation and Archives is a nonprofit organization founded by Marjorie Guthrie to preserve and promote the legacy of Woody Guthrie's life and work. It houses a vast collection of Guthrie's writings, recordings, artwork, and memorabilia.

Marjorie Guthrie passed away on July 14, 1983, at the age of 65. Her legacy continues through the ongoing work of the Woody Guthrie Foundation and Archives to support Huntington's disease research and preserve Woody Guthrie's musical and cultural contributions.