Leila's Hair Museum, Hair art museum in Independence, Missouri
The museum displays over 600 hair wreaths and 2000 jewelry pieces made from human hair, arranged in chronological order from different time periods.
Founded in 1986 by Leila Cahill, the museum originated from her discovery of hair artifacts in 1956 while shopping at an antique store in Kansas City.
During the Victorian era, people created intricate hair art pieces as memorials of deceased family members, representing a deep connection to their loved ones.
The museum offers guided tours where visitors learn about hair art creation techniques, including wreath making, braiding, and weaving demonstrations.
Each hair wreath in the collection contains strands from multiple family members, forming detailed patterns that document genealogical connections through artistic expression.
Location: Missouri
Inception: 1989
Phone: +8168332955
Website: http://hairwork.com/leila
GPS coordinates: 39.07607,-94.41343
Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:53
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