Chinese Historical Society of America

CHSA is excited to support Chinese for Affirmative Action (CAA) and San Francisco Chinatown community organizations for?“Born in the USA: Wong Kim Ark and the Fight for Citizenship” — a weeklong series of events?to honor the 127th Anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court case?U.S. v. Wong Kim Ark, which affirmed birthright citizenship for all born on United States soil. Activities and events will take place March 24-28, to raise awareness, mobilize the community, and stand up for the rights of all immigrants and their families. On Monday, March 24, CHSA with support from CAA will be hosting a virtual book talk with ?Bianca Mabute-Louie, author of?Unassimilable. In this powerful and deeply personal book, Mabute-Louie explores the complexities of Asian American identity, anti-Blackness, and the myths of assimilation. Through history, personal narrative, and sharp analysis,?Unassimilable?challenges readers to rethink race, belonging, and solidarity in America. For more information or to register for this event, visit https://lnkd.in/erG5wEPX

Join us this Friday, March 7, at 11 AM at CHSA Museum's We Are Bruce Lee exhibit for the official launch of the Bruce Lee Statue Project! We're bringing Bruce Lee home to San Francisco's Chinatown with a monumental tribute to honor his legacy. Former SF Mayor Willie Brown and community leaders will share details about this historic project and its impact. Be part of this moment as we work to create a lasting tribute to Chinatown's native son and global icon. See you there! ??? ?? CHSA Museum - 965 Clay Street, SF ?? 17 Friday, March 7 | 11 AM Chinese Historical Society of America #BruceLee #CHSAMuseum

Author Traci Huahn's picture book tells the true story of a fight for access to public education by an 8-year-old Chinese American girl, Mamie Tape, and her parents. There were no public schools for Chinese Americans in 1884 in San Francisco when Mamie tried to attend the white school and was turned away. That led her parents to go to court, first at the city level and then with the state. Victories were met with more setbacks. Young readers will realize that court rulings are just one part of any campaign for human rights. As part of CHSA's celebration of Women's History Month, join us for a family day featuring a special presentation with Traci Huahn along with interactive arts and crafts fun for the for kids and adults of all ages. DATE: Saturday, March 15, 2025, 2PM WHERE: CHSA Museum, 965 Clay St., San Francisco Visit CHSA.org.

Fae Myenne Ng’s?ORPHAN BACHELORS?is an extraordinary memoir of her beloved San Francisco’s Chinatown and of a family building a life in a country bent on their exclusion. Fae weaves together the history of one family, lucky to exist and nevertheless doomed; an elegy for brothers estranged and for elders lost; and insights into writing between languages and teaching between generations. It also features Cantonese profanity, snakes that cure fear and opium that conquers sorrow, and a seemingly immortal creep of tortoises. In this powerful remembrance, she gives voice to her valiant ancestors, her bold and ruthless Orphan Bachelors, and her own inner self, howling in Cantonese, impossible to translate but determined to be heard. Join this in-depth conversation with fellow author May-lee Chai, as they discuss the history of orphan bachelors, Chinatown as inspiration, and more. WHEN: Saturday, February 1, 2025, 2PM WHERE: CHSA Museum, 965 Clay St., San Francisco Admission is free. RSVP is requested: https://lnkd.in/e_r-Kh4p

CHSA welcomes local author Kathryn Ma (The Chinese Groove) and writer Valerie Luu and photographer Andria Lo (Chinatown Pretty) for an in-depth discussion of their acclaimed books and the creative inspiration found in the hearts of San Francisco and Chinatown. Sharing the surprise pathways opened up by their research as well as the unique focus of portraying and celebrating seniors and street fashion, these authors will also intimate how their work connects and endears them to their communities. This three-way conversation will include shared portraits and community images from their work and research. A Q&A discussion with the audience will follow. There will be a book signing included, with the authors' books on sale for attendees. Admission is FREE. RSVP: https://lnkd.in/eAhz3CFZ

CHSA and Cameron House are excited to welcome back the 2024 Joy on Joice Street Fair on Saturday, July 20, in San Francisco Chinatown. Marking the 51st anniversary of the legacy of Bruce Lee, we are delighted to present a program that includes fun-filled family activities to celebrate Bruce Lee's influence and impact on the San Francisco community. Special appearances include comic book artist and cartoonist Mark Bode, who will present an outdoor art demonstration and discuss the inspiration of Bruce Lee on his artwork for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comic. The Mahjong Project will also be on hand to hold educational and informational mahjong lessons and share the history and social values of this traditional Chinese game. Audiences of all ages are welcome to interact and participate in family activities and games, see lion dance performances, win free giveaways, and visit the CHSA museum. Admission is FREE. WHEN: Saturday, July 20, 11AM-3PM WHERE: Joice Street, between Clay and Sacramento Streets, San Francisco For more information, visit CHSA.org.