DISCOVER
BLACK
BEAUTY HISTORY

Featured Image: Lady Barbers Universal College (1971). Physically Preserved at Black Beauty Archive.


Gain access to hundreds of digitized primary sources, exploring the history of Black Beauty culture. Objects include rare vintage beauty ads, magazine titles, books, photographs, cosmetics, wigs, beauty tools and more. Explore interactive historical timelines, artist/brand profiles and educational resources.

Collection Span: 1940’s - 2023

Languages: Collection material in English, Spanish & Hebrew.