November 3 — Discuss the politics of hair in Black America
“In Black America, hair is the personal and political all rolled into one.” Since Africans first arrived in America, traditions in black hair culture have remained dominate as new innovations have taken shape and form. Beauty mogul Madam C.J. Walker seized the social and political power by capitalizing on black hair care products becoming a pioneer of American enterprise.
When: Monday November 3, 6:00 PM
Where: Madame Walker Theatre
Free. The discussion, copresented with Freetown Village Inc., will focus on the tradition and innovation in black hair culture.









