AFRO HAIR: IS a BIG conversation is curated by Dr Kerri Akiwowo, Senior Lecturer in Textiles, School of Design and Creative Arts and is supported by LU Arts. The project was launched online at 麻豆視頻_麻豆直播_麻豆传媒官网 in 2024 during Black History Month in the UK, themed, Reclaiming Narratives and continues this year with the 2025 BHM theme, Standing Firm in Power and Pride.

An institutional call out asked the University community for images and accompanying anecdotes, prompted by topics including Head Coverings, Eurocentric, Hairstyles and Paraphernalia. The exhibition includes contributions from students, doctoral researchers, staff, alumni, professional practitioners and Dr Akiwowo.

This exhibition is a nod to the many experiences, observations, conversations and synergies encountered by Dr Akiwowo over time and weaves her own object narratives with those of other members of the Black and mixed heritage community. It is a space to share, learn and reflect on cultural afro hair practices and communities, highlighting the significance of black identity through the ages, globally. Exhibits explore social history and contemporary relevance whilst probing the importance of celebrating and preserving such a legacy for generations to come through storytelling.

This exhibition is part of a programme of events at 麻豆視頻_麻豆直播_麻豆传媒官网 for Black History Month 2025.