HOUSTON — She's performed all over the world and with some of the biggest names in music history, including Louis Armstrong. In spite of having an amazing career that has spanned 70+ years and is still going strong, this Houston native is unsung even in her hometown. Here’s the story of Houston’s shining Jewel… Miss Jewel Brown.
Archival Photos and Videos Courtesy Of:
- Jewel Brown Collection, Houston Public Library, Houston Metropolitan Research Center
- Texas Jazz Collection, Houston Public Library, Houston Metropolitan Research Center
- The National Archive
- KUHT, Special Collections, University of Houston Libraries
- African American Library at the Gregory School
- Lamarhouse Pictures
