Art installation honouring Viola Desmond unveiled in north end Halifax
The art collaboration between the Viola Desmond Legacy Committee and the North End Business Association is a replica of Desmond’s hair studio, with a modern-day twist.
The interactive installation is situated next to The Braiding Lounge, a studio focused on providing chemical-free services for natural-textured hair. It’s a full-circle moment for owner Tara Taylor, who said she pursued a career in hairstyling because of the influence Desmond had on her life. “To be next to her story and her greatness is just such an honour. I’m not Viola and I never will be but I just want to embody what she meant to the Black woman business world,” said Taylor.It was a sentiment echoed by others who commemorated Desmond at the unveiling.“Through action, advocacy, aspiration and hope, because of a sister’s courage … we now have a Black woman on a bank note,” said Guyleigh Johnson, a spoken word artist.
Nelligan said a virtual element will be added to the art installation next year, and hopefully the artwork will spark more conversation about Desmond and her legacy. “People are starting to embrace and really become aware of her accomplishments more so than the incident that happened to her and that’s really what this project was,” said Nelligan.
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