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Beauticians & Barbers

  • calaboosemuseumsmt
  • Apr 25
  • 1 min read
Reflect on the role of beauty in empowerment
Reflect on the role of beauty in empowerment
Hands of the Community: Black Beauticians & Barbers

Purpose & Significance: Celebrates salons and barbershops as anchors of community, activism, and style


What Visitors Will See: Vintage hair tools, portraits, oral histories, client ledgers


Origins: Interviews with longtime stylists and patrons


Subject Bio: Local legends like Ms. Annie and Mr. Lee’s Barber Shop profiled

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“In our chairs, you didn’t just get a style—you got wisdom."



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