Chinese American Exhibits in San Francisco
May 9, 2008 18:44:36 GMT -5
Post by Henry on May 9, 2008 18:44:36 GMT -5
CHINESE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF AMERICA
CIVIL RIGHTS SUITE MONDAY, MAY 12, 2008, 6-8 PM
ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION!
Chinese Historical Society of America
965 Clay St, San Francisco
Join us for a reception as we launch Civil Rights Suite and the 2008 journal special issue "Labor and San Francisco's Garment Industry."
Please RSVP to rsvp@chsa.org or (415)391-1188 x101. Admission is FREE.
In celebration of Asian Pacific Heritage Month, CHSA is proud to present Civil Rights Suite, a trio of exhibits comprised of The Chinese of California, Remembering 1882, and To Enjoy and Defend Our American Citizenship. This triumvirate of exhibits is a first voice institution representing the Chinese American fight for equality.
The Civil Rights Suite is a summation of many issues stirring within the current social conscience. From 1882 to now, immigration, civil liberties, and democracy have been highly contended matters-and will prove to be more relevant in the future as the American population evolves. With the presentation of the Civil Rights Suite,
CHSA is at the forefront of this social movement.
"The Civil Rights Suite links the fight for equality to every immigrant group in America," Sue Lee, CHSA Executive Director, said. "Many years ago, Chinese immigrants were commonly referrred to as 'Chinamen' because they were seen as nameless and faceless, without a past nor family. But we have had an extraordinarily rich history, a strong current presence, and are creating an even more promising future."
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT CivilRightsSuite.org
NOW ON DISPLAY CoC Exhibit
THE CHINESE OF CALIFORNIA: A STRUGGLE FOR COMMUNITY
California Historical Society
678 Mission St, San Francisco
This groundbreaking exhibit, through a unique collection of artifacts, images, documents, and personal stories, explores the complex history and unique challenges of Chinese Californians.
A first-ever collaboration of The Bancroft Library of the University of California at Berkeley, California Historical Society, and Chinese Historical Society of America, The Chinese of California challenges preconceptions about the Chinese immigrant experience by telling the story through the voices of Chinese Californians themselves as they join countless other immigrants in defining what it means to be a Californian and an American.
"Partnering with The Bancroft Library and California Historical Society is a milestone," Lee said. "A collaboration between all our institutions recognizes this relevant topic. Beyond the discrimination, this exhibit is a humanizing story about people who are struggling to survive and succeed--concepts that every immigrant arriving in America strives for."
Exhibit on display at the California Historica Society Wednesdays through Saturdays 12 noon to 4:30 pm now through August 30, 2008. Admission is free for CHSA and CHS members, as well as Friends of The Bancroft Library; admission is $3 for the general public.
NOW ON DISPLAY
REMEMBERING 1882: FIGHTING FOR CIVIL RIGHTS IN THE SHADOW OF THE CHINESE EXCLUSION ACT
Chinese Historical Society of America
965 Clay St, San Francisco
Remembering 1882 explores the historical debate around the Exclusion Act from its origins through its full repeal in 1968, as well as the civil rights struggle of Chinese Americans and their allies, and the historic importance of habeas corpus in the Chinese American community.
To recognize the passage of this law, Remembering 1882 is an exhibit that: CELEBRATES the long-term positive impact of Chinese immigration on California's economic, social, and cultural status; HONORS the vigilance of those who fought tirelessly against Exclusion while upholding democracy for disenfranchised communities; and EXAMINES the complex issues and conflicting interests surrounding Exclusion.
"Under a mantle of insecurity, the United States government categorized Chinese as second class citizens. Then, in a strange twist, after a hundred years of humiliation, the popular conception of Chinese became that we were good, well-behaved citizens," Phil Choy, CHSA Board Emeritus and civil rights activist, said. "But for a long time after exclusion, bigotry still existed. Even after defending the country on war battlegrounds, Chinese Americans were not allowed to buy or live in properties outside the four square blocks of Chinatown. We could die in the same foxhole, but we couldn't live in the same neighborhood."
Exhibit on display at CHSA Tuesdays through Fridays 12 noon through 5 pm and Saturdays 11 am through 4 pm, from now until December 13, 2008. Admission is free for CHSA and CHS members and Friends of the Bancroft Library; admission is $3 for the general public.
Remembering1882.org
NOW ON DISPLAY
TO ENJOY AND DEFEND OUR AMERICAN CITIZENSHIP
Chinese Historical Society of America
965 Clay St
San Francisco
In To Enjoy and Defend Our American Citizenship, CHSA explores the experiences of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance in their groundbreaking work alongside groups such as the NAACP to challenge discriminatory laws while creating the support systems necessary for survival in a segregated United States. In recent years, C.A.C.A. has carried on its civil rights legacy with its opposition of anti-immigration policies, racial discrimination, and hate crimes.
"We have yet to learn the lessons from history. Pandering to xenophobia in the 19th century is repeated in the 21st century. Only the targeted group is different," Choy said.
Exhibit on display at CHSA Tuesdays through Fridays 12 noon through 5 pm and Saturdays 11 am through 4 pm, from now until December 13, 2008. Admission is free for CHSA and CHS members and Friends of the Bancroft Library; admission is $3 for the general public.
OurAmericanCitizenship.org
CHSA Main Gallery TitleFRIDAY, MAY 16, 2008, 1-2:30 PM
CHSA GALLERY TOUR & CHINATOWN WALK
Chinese Historical Society of America
965 Clay St, San Francisco
Visit the Chinese Historical Society of America's main exhibit, Toward a More Perfect Union, for CHSA Artist-in-Residence Charlie Chin's guide of the Chinese American experience through an original perspective.
After this guided tour of the museum, continue with Charlie on a walking tour of Chinatown that will cover the unique architecture, history, and culture of one of the oldest
and most vibrant neighborhoods in San Francisco.
Tour fee is $20 for members of CHSA, California Historical Society, or The Bancroft Library; $25 for the General Public. Please RSVP to Pam Wong at (415) 391-1188 x104 or pwong@chsa.org and mention The Chinese of California Tour.
Charlie Chin as Reverend Chew THURSDAY, JUNE 5, 2008, 6-8 pm
"CHINATOWN IS BURNING! HUGH LIANG: EYEWITNESS TO THE
1906 EARTHQUAKE & FIRE" PERFORMANCE BY CHARLIE CHIN
California Historical Society
678 Mission St, San Francisco
Fifteen-year-old Hugh Liang woke up abruptly at 5:13 AM on April 18, 1906 as plaster and wood fell from the ceiling in the back room of his family's grocery store. As portrayed by Artist-in-Residence Charlie Chin, meet Hugh as he recounts his amazing story of survival amidst great odds and the rebuilding of Chinatown. Learn about his amazing life as he later became a Vaudeville star and radio personality.
Children will love this performance, too! Admission is FREE.
Chinese Historical Society of America
965 Clay Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
415-391-1188 or info@chsa.org
www.chsa.org
CIVIL RIGHTS SUITE MONDAY, MAY 12, 2008, 6-8 PM
ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION!
Chinese Historical Society of America
965 Clay St, San Francisco
Join us for a reception as we launch Civil Rights Suite and the 2008 journal special issue "Labor and San Francisco's Garment Industry."
Please RSVP to rsvp@chsa.org or (415)391-1188 x101. Admission is FREE.
In celebration of Asian Pacific Heritage Month, CHSA is proud to present Civil Rights Suite, a trio of exhibits comprised of The Chinese of California, Remembering 1882, and To Enjoy and Defend Our American Citizenship. This triumvirate of exhibits is a first voice institution representing the Chinese American fight for equality.
The Civil Rights Suite is a summation of many issues stirring within the current social conscience. From 1882 to now, immigration, civil liberties, and democracy have been highly contended matters-and will prove to be more relevant in the future as the American population evolves. With the presentation of the Civil Rights Suite,
CHSA is at the forefront of this social movement.
"The Civil Rights Suite links the fight for equality to every immigrant group in America," Sue Lee, CHSA Executive Director, said. "Many years ago, Chinese immigrants were commonly referrred to as 'Chinamen' because they were seen as nameless and faceless, without a past nor family. But we have had an extraordinarily rich history, a strong current presence, and are creating an even more promising future."
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT CivilRightsSuite.org
NOW ON DISPLAY CoC Exhibit
THE CHINESE OF CALIFORNIA: A STRUGGLE FOR COMMUNITY
California Historical Society
678 Mission St, San Francisco
This groundbreaking exhibit, through a unique collection of artifacts, images, documents, and personal stories, explores the complex history and unique challenges of Chinese Californians.
A first-ever collaboration of The Bancroft Library of the University of California at Berkeley, California Historical Society, and Chinese Historical Society of America, The Chinese of California challenges preconceptions about the Chinese immigrant experience by telling the story through the voices of Chinese Californians themselves as they join countless other immigrants in defining what it means to be a Californian and an American.
"Partnering with The Bancroft Library and California Historical Society is a milestone," Lee said. "A collaboration between all our institutions recognizes this relevant topic. Beyond the discrimination, this exhibit is a humanizing story about people who are struggling to survive and succeed--concepts that every immigrant arriving in America strives for."
Exhibit on display at the California Historica Society Wednesdays through Saturdays 12 noon to 4:30 pm now through August 30, 2008. Admission is free for CHSA and CHS members, as well as Friends of The Bancroft Library; admission is $3 for the general public.
NOW ON DISPLAY
REMEMBERING 1882: FIGHTING FOR CIVIL RIGHTS IN THE SHADOW OF THE CHINESE EXCLUSION ACT
Chinese Historical Society of America
965 Clay St, San Francisco
Remembering 1882 explores the historical debate around the Exclusion Act from its origins through its full repeal in 1968, as well as the civil rights struggle of Chinese Americans and their allies, and the historic importance of habeas corpus in the Chinese American community.
To recognize the passage of this law, Remembering 1882 is an exhibit that: CELEBRATES the long-term positive impact of Chinese immigration on California's economic, social, and cultural status; HONORS the vigilance of those who fought tirelessly against Exclusion while upholding democracy for disenfranchised communities; and EXAMINES the complex issues and conflicting interests surrounding Exclusion.
"Under a mantle of insecurity, the United States government categorized Chinese as second class citizens. Then, in a strange twist, after a hundred years of humiliation, the popular conception of Chinese became that we were good, well-behaved citizens," Phil Choy, CHSA Board Emeritus and civil rights activist, said. "But for a long time after exclusion, bigotry still existed. Even after defending the country on war battlegrounds, Chinese Americans were not allowed to buy or live in properties outside the four square blocks of Chinatown. We could die in the same foxhole, but we couldn't live in the same neighborhood."
Exhibit on display at CHSA Tuesdays through Fridays 12 noon through 5 pm and Saturdays 11 am through 4 pm, from now until December 13, 2008. Admission is free for CHSA and CHS members and Friends of the Bancroft Library; admission is $3 for the general public.
Remembering1882.org
NOW ON DISPLAY
TO ENJOY AND DEFEND OUR AMERICAN CITIZENSHIP
Chinese Historical Society of America
965 Clay St
San Francisco
In To Enjoy and Defend Our American Citizenship, CHSA explores the experiences of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance in their groundbreaking work alongside groups such as the NAACP to challenge discriminatory laws while creating the support systems necessary for survival in a segregated United States. In recent years, C.A.C.A. has carried on its civil rights legacy with its opposition of anti-immigration policies, racial discrimination, and hate crimes.
"We have yet to learn the lessons from history. Pandering to xenophobia in the 19th century is repeated in the 21st century. Only the targeted group is different," Choy said.
Exhibit on display at CHSA Tuesdays through Fridays 12 noon through 5 pm and Saturdays 11 am through 4 pm, from now until December 13, 2008. Admission is free for CHSA and CHS members and Friends of the Bancroft Library; admission is $3 for the general public.
OurAmericanCitizenship.org
CHSA Main Gallery TitleFRIDAY, MAY 16, 2008, 1-2:30 PM
CHSA GALLERY TOUR & CHINATOWN WALK
Chinese Historical Society of America
965 Clay St, San Francisco
Visit the Chinese Historical Society of America's main exhibit, Toward a More Perfect Union, for CHSA Artist-in-Residence Charlie Chin's guide of the Chinese American experience through an original perspective.
After this guided tour of the museum, continue with Charlie on a walking tour of Chinatown that will cover the unique architecture, history, and culture of one of the oldest
and most vibrant neighborhoods in San Francisco.
Tour fee is $20 for members of CHSA, California Historical Society, or The Bancroft Library; $25 for the General Public. Please RSVP to Pam Wong at (415) 391-1188 x104 or pwong@chsa.org and mention The Chinese of California Tour.
Charlie Chin as Reverend Chew THURSDAY, JUNE 5, 2008, 6-8 pm
"CHINATOWN IS BURNING! HUGH LIANG: EYEWITNESS TO THE
1906 EARTHQUAKE & FIRE" PERFORMANCE BY CHARLIE CHIN
California Historical Society
678 Mission St, San Francisco
Fifteen-year-old Hugh Liang woke up abruptly at 5:13 AM on April 18, 1906 as plaster and wood fell from the ceiling in the back room of his family's grocery store. As portrayed by Artist-in-Residence Charlie Chin, meet Hugh as he recounts his amazing story of survival amidst great odds and the rebuilding of Chinatown. Learn about his amazing life as he later became a Vaudeville star and radio personality.
Children will love this performance, too! Admission is FREE.
Chinese Historical Society of America
965 Clay Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
415-391-1188 or info@chsa.org
www.chsa.org