This museum is the first in Southern California to document the experience of the Chinese in America. It is housed within the oldest surviving Chinese building, called the Garnier Building. The first exhibition was held in 1992 and featured the works of James Wong Howe, the Oscar-winning cinematographer. The museum's main aim is to eventually become an educational resource for other ethnic communities. In February it celebrates the Chinese Lantern Festival, so if you're visitng LA at that time make sure its on your itinerary.
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Journeys Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
This exhibit narrates Chinese immigration to the United States with an emphasis on community settlement in Los Angeles. The display is outlined into four distinct time periods. Each period is defined by an important immigration law/and or event, accompanied by a brief description and a short personal story about a local Chinese American and their experiences in that particular historical period.
Neighborhood Stories Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
This photographic exhibition will introduce visitors to the beginnings of Los Angeles' changing Chinese American communities from the city's original Chinatown, New Chinatown, China City, and Market Chinatown. This exhibit will provide through pictures, a glimpse at how the Chinese American community began to make Los Angeles their home.