At the same time, the textile industry in Great Britain was exploding, creating enormous international demand for cotton clothing ... more than a million African Americans were carried off ...

They passed on identity, dignity and legacy. Today, African American hair braiding styles still carry coded meanings — from fashion statements to political declarations. Each style has roots ...

"Africa Fashion" at the Field Museum highlights ... We want this to be a place of joy. We want local African American audiences, everyone, but particularly African American audiences, to come ...