About us

ONLINE BOOKING

Please note that we only offer Online Booking for our Egleston Square location. Click our Book Now button to pick an appointment!

If you would like to book our Mattapan Square location, please call the shop at (617) 298-3551. We look forward to serving you!

DO YOUR CLIPPERS NEED SOME ATTENTION?

We also offer clipper repair and blade sharpening! Come on by.

OUR STORY

In the late 1950's Herman Lawson, one of the eldest of the six Lawson brothers, was motivated to follow his uncle and two aunts to Boston. His initial employment was with the Boston City Hospital (currently BMC), but after working there a few years he decided to go back to the trade he had always loved in North Carolina – CUTTING HAIR! He joined forces with John Tracey (a local barber) on Shawmut Avenue and was able to complete his education to become a licensed barber.

In 1962, after the owner became too ill to run the business, (Herman, after meeting with his brothers who had now migrated to Boston) decided to do something no other family member had done, open his own business. With a wife and two children, and the purchase of the business, Herman was on his way.

With that one move, the Lawson Brothers success was on it way and from there has escalated near and far. Upon seeing what one brother could accomplish, the other brothers set out to follow in his footsteps. The remaining five were instrumental in joining together, then moving on separately, to open their own shops. That success has penetrated deep within the core of the family and other budding entrepreneurs, businessmen and businesswomen emerge. Some have academic degrees and others have "Degrees from the School of Hard Knocks". Some are tops in their area and journeymen in other occupations. The family has learned over the years that it does not take a piece of paper for other to know how good you are… that shows in the job you do and the way you treat others.

With that one move, the Lawson Brothers success was on it way and from there has escalated near and far. Upon seeing what one brother could accomplish, the other brothers set out to follow in his footsteps. The remaining five were instrumental in joining together, then moving on separately, to open their own shops. That success has penetrated deep within the core of the family and other budding entrepreneurs, businessmen and businesswomen emerge. Some have academic degrees and others have "Degrees from the School of Hard Knocks". Some are tops in their area and journeymen in other occupations. The family has learned over the years that it does not take a piece of paper for other to know how good you are… that shows in the job you do and the way you treat others.

Customer Reviews

Valerie Martin
Get my finger waves here. I've known these people for over 20 years. They are considered my family and I love all of them! Thank you fam for staying open! I'll support you always!!! Love love love you 😘❤️😘❤️😘
Tony Cruz
I went with Marlin for my haircut. He's just as good as Erica. This place has been a part of my neighborhood for over 40 yrs. I hope they stay open for another 40 years. They are family owned.
K L Turner
Frist time I was there, the young lady gave me a good cut.
Edwin Melenciano
The atmosphere is cool the guys are great and the mood is write. Everyone I go I see a variety of folks and everyone is cool.
SHERELL SMITH
Did my hair. Was Great and did it in time. Would go there again. Stop by Guys
Kenny D.
erica is great and reliable. The place is amazingly clean I've been going there for probably about 10 years
Jacqueline Lassiter
The service is second to none, the atmosphere is charged with laughter, humor, and pure joy, and the service has topped the chart for over 40+ years. I am awe stroke.
Ahmad Mims
Been goong there all my life. Great place to meet people and talk as well as getting a quality haircut
MADG
My Barber took his time to give me the perfect cut. Even stayed after hours to finish it up.
Eugene Barton
the services are excellent i have been using this place for 9 years
cells hill
Love the way they do my hair. Gives me life
Kenneth Goins Sr.
Make sure you go here .. great barbers and people
Mark D
I've been a faithful customer of Lawson's for over 40 years and a client of Ericka's for almost 25. I trust Lawson's for quality service that is prompt, professional, and friendly.
Mark D.
I've been a faithful customer of Lawson's for over 40 years and a client of Ericka's for almost 25. I trust Lawson's for quality service that is prompt, professional, and friendly.
Reg Wells
Ericka and Vida do an amazing job and I am proud to see them carry on a long and rich legacy.