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Crowning Glory: The Roots of the Black Hair Industry

Part of Black History Month

Learn how the story of Black hair entrepreneurship stretches back generations.

Watch this program without registration via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88964852729

Join us for an inspiring lecture with Maria Cunningham, owner and curator of The Whatnot Museum, highlighting the early trailblazers of the Black hair industry. Discover the stories of innovators who overcame poverty and discrimination to build thriving businesses and uplift their communities.

This program coincides with our special traveling exhibit Untangling the Roots: The Culture of Black Hair, which is viewable at our 3rd Floor exhibit space from January 18 to March 1.

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