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The Oppressed Head: A Historical Review of the Beauty and Identity of Black Women’s Hair and Headdress Tuesday, Feb. 13. 3 to 5 p.m.Higgins Lounge, Dana Commons, 2nd floor at Clark University ...
Martha Matilda Harper (September 10, 1857 – August 3, 1950) was an American businesswoman, entrepreneur, and inventor who launched modern retail franchising [1] and then built an international network of 500 franchised hair salons that emphasized healthy hair care.
By the late 1800s, African American women were straightening their hair to meet a Eurocentric vision of society with the use of hot combs and other products improved by Madam C. J. Walker. However, the black pride movement of the 1960s and 1970s made the afro a popular hairstyle among African Americans and considered a symbol of resistance. [5]
Every woman has a hair story. No matter the texture, the length, whether it’s healthy or damaged, all Black women can tell you the stories of their lives through their hair.
The panels would be similar to those in other Massachusetts cities, and to a Commission on Latino Affairs that already exists in Worcester. Worcester looks into creating commissions focused on ...
African-American hair or Black hair refers to hair types, textures, and styles that are linked to African-American culture, often drawing inspiration from African hair culture. It plays a major role in the identity and politics of Black culture in the United States and across the diaspora . [ 1 ]
Worcester's history of social progressivism includes a number of temperance and abolitionist movements. It was a leader in the women's suffrage movement: The first national convention advocating women's rights was held in Worcester on October 23–24, 1850. [101]
Fanning's business was immensely successful, and he became one of Worcester's larger employers. At one point it employed over 2000 women. After the Corset Company folded in 1940, the facility was used to manufacture military-style boots. [2] The factory is now an apartment complex. [3]