Beyond Vanity: The History and Power of Hairdressing

Join author and cultural historian Elizabeth L. Block and MFIT’s Digital Media and Strategic Initiatives Manager Tamsen Young as they discuss Block’s latest book, Beyond Vanity: The History and Power of Hairdressing, a riveting and diverse history of women’s hair that re-establishes the cultural power of hairdressing in nineteenth-century America. A book signing will follow the event. Please note that attending is on a first-come, first-served basis with RSVP. If you require accommodations due to a disability please contact museuminfo@fitnyc.edu to discuss your needs. The request should be provided with enough time to reasonably set up the accommodation.