Marion Mahony Griffin (1871–1961) was a trailblazing American architect and one of the first licensed female architects in the world. Born in Chicago, she graduated from MIT in 1894, among the first women to earn an architecture degree. A key member of the Prairie School, she worked closely with Frank Lloyd Wright, creating stunning architectural renderings. In 1911, she married architect Walter Burley Griffin, and together they designed Canberra, Australia’s capital city. Her projects in the U.S., Australia, and India emphasized harmony with nature and innovative urban planning. Her artistry and pioneering spirit paved the way for women in architecture.