Ken Griffin (1914-1988) was a multifaceted individual known as a Western cowboy, leather worker, magician, and author. He significantly contributed to leathercraft by popularizing it as an accessible hobby through his craftsmanship and instruction. Furthermore, Griffin and his wife gained international recognition as magicians, captivating audiences worldwide with 'The Ken Griffin Show'.
1914: Ken Griffin's birth
In 1914, Ken Griffin was born. He would later become a Western cowboy, leather worker, magician, and author.
1946: Start of Magic Career
In 1946, Ken Griffin and his wife Roberta decided to pursue magic and toured the United States with a two-hour show called “NAVO & CLAYCHA", American Indian Magician”. Roberta documented their travels in Leather Skivings magazine.
1979: Academy of Magical Arts’ Award of Merit
In 1979, Ken and Roberta Griffin were honored with the Academy of Magical Arts’ Award of Merit.
1984: Al Stohlman Award for Achievement in Leathercraft
In 1984, Ken and Roberta Griffin were the second recipients of the Al Stohlman Award for Achievement in Leathercraft.
1988: Ken Griffin's death
In 1988, Ken Griffin passed away, leaving behind a legacy as a Western cowboy, leather worker, magician, and author.
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