Perms, Updos, Bobs and Shaved Heads: Women and their Hairstyles in 20th century Ireland

Raheny Library, Thursday 6th February

What can the history of hairdos tell us about everyday Irish women's lives? How do fashion and beauty standards reflect broader societal issues of a time and place?

Join Historian in Residence Katie Blackwood in Raheny Library as she investigates these questions through juxtaposing key moments in twentieth century women's history with hairstyles from the same time periods and by tracing the growth of hair salons in Dublin.

Booking is required as spaces are limited.


Date:
Thursday 6th February
Time:
6.30pm
Price:
Free
Address:
Raheny Library, Howth Road, Raheny, Dublin 5, Ireland

Google Map of Raheny Library, Howth Road, Raheny, Dublin 5, Ireland

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