More About “The Chinese Exclusion Act”
In this exhibit, we delve deeper into the personal stories of those affected by the Act, explore the political and economic climate of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and examine how this law influenced the fabric of American society.
Celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Dragon with the American Chinese Museum!
As the moon completes another cycle and ushers in the auspicious Year of the Dragon, we at the American Chinese Museum extend our warmest greetings for a prosperous and joyful Lunar New Year. This occasion gives us a moment to reflect on the past and look forward with hope and enthusiasm to the future.
Students Guide The Tour
On Oct 26th, the on-site practice session was held in the Museum. A few days ago, the students prepared and submitted their bilingual scripts to the professors for the final edit.
ACM Marks AAPI Month at Upper Dublin Library
ACM celebrated Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month today at the Upper Dublin Library.
AAPI Heritage Month Celebration a Resounding Success at American Chinese Museum
ACM in collaboration with the Guanghua Chinese School and the Northeast Academy of Philadelphia, hosted a successful celebration of AAPI Heritage Month on May 13. The event, which drew a large and diverse crowd, was a vivid display of cultural heritage and unity.
ACM held a series of celebration activities to welcome the Lunar New Year of the Rabbit
a series of celebration activities with many social organizations in Greater Philadelphia, shared traditional Chinese culture with the American people, and brought a deep love and festive atmosphere to the Chinese community.
Famous Calligrapher, Mr. Huang Guo-neng, Invited to Visit Museum
On Jun 27, Mr. Huang was invited by the curator of the “American Chinese Museum,” Steven Zhu to visit the Museum and participate in a calligraphy exchange.
Museum House Designer’s Descendant Visits Museum
On Monday, Richard Castor, a great grandson of the Castor house’s designer and original owner, visited the American Chinese Museum and told stories about his family and their relationship with the house.
Museum displays historical plaque
On April 7th, American Chinese Museum was authorized to display a Philadelphia Historical Commission Historical Plaque on the property at 7345 and 7347 Oxford Avenue.
Congressman Branden Boyle Visits the Museum
On December 20, the U.S. Congressman
Branden Boyle representing
Pennsylvania’s 2nd District visited the
American Chinese Museum.