The End of an Era Party to honor the legacy of the 40-year-old facility was held Nov. 3, 2017. Demolition began later that month as part of the Lighthouse Cove Redevelopment Project.
​More than 40 years after he launched his legendary salon—and begat dozens of local stylists along the way—the pioneer, visionary and creative force that is Michael Christopher Hemphill remains as fabulous as ever.