Hairwork Collections & Resources Around the World

Explore the history of human hairwork through a growing worldwide directory of physical collections and online historical resources.

This directory includes museums, archives, libraries, historical societies, and private collections holding original hairwork jewelry, wreaths, artwork, tools, manuscripts, and other artifacts. It also includes digitized historical publications, such as hairwork manuals, pattern books, periodicals, and archival documents available to study online.

Browse the map and directory to discover where historical hairwork is preserved, what individual collections contain, and whether materials are available to view in person or digitally.

Know of a missing collection or historical resource? Help grow this directory by suggesting an addition! Whether it’s a museum collection, a rare historical publication, or a digitized archive, we welcome your contributions.