The journey of African head wraps can be traced back for generations. This cultural, spiritual, and religious symbol made its way from the continent of Africa to the Caribbean and Latin America, ...

DURHAM (WTVD) -- The colorful head wraps known as geles (pronounced gay-lays) are worn by many women as an expression of their connection to the African continent. Advocates consider them symbols of ...

When Haitian-born Paola Mathé was working at hotels and restaurants in New York in her twenties, she would often attract attention for wrapping her hair in colorful fabrics, as typically done by older ...

This month, a touch of Africana tradition has landed in Somerville’s Bow Market. Mother-daughter duo Imani McFarlane and Delmeshia Haynes recently opened a pop-up shop at the Union Square spot, ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Although woven as flat rectangles, ...

Lupita Nyong’o’s Queen of Katwe press tour gifted us with a handful of breathtaking red carpet moments, most of which included a poppin’ hair accessory. The 33 year old has donned a head wrap for ...