Madeline Yale Wynne (1847–1918) was an American artist, teacher, writer, and philanthropist who was active during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Throughout her life, Wynne balanced her personal creative practices with a strong commitment to arts education and community philanthropy, establishing herself as a key figure in regional craft movements.
Wynne's leadership was instrumental in organizing and promoting craft communities in both the Midwest and New England. She served as a founding member of the Chicago Arts and Crafts Society, helping to establish a hub for artisanal work in the city. Later, she became the first President of the Deerfield Society of Arts and Crafts, further cementing her legacy as a facilitator of the American Arts and Crafts movement. Beyond her artistic and educational endeavors, Wynne was a member of the Social Register of Chicago, reflecting her prominent position within the city's social and cultural elite.
