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Anna May Wong: Icon of the Silver Screen

he San Diego Chinese Historical Museum proudly welcomes the public to delve into the fascinating world of Anna May Wong, Hollywood’s very first Chinese American movie star.  Born Wong Liu Tsong, her journey from the streets of Los Angeles' Chinatown to international stardom is a testament to her talent, resilience, and dedicated pursuit of breaking barriers.


At the SDCHM, we are holding a limited-run exhibition featuring historical lobby cards from the Dwight M. Cleveland collection that provide a glimpse into Anna May Wong’s unparalleled Hollywood career.  It opens to the public at our Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Extension on Friday, March 1st, and runs through Sunday, March 10th.  Please see https://sdchm.org/ for more details.

Neighborhood: Downtown

San Diego Chinese Historical Society and Museum
404 3rd Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101

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Contact Info

(619) 338-9888
info@sdchm.org

Date & Time

Mar 1 - Mar 10, 2024
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday - Sunday 12 pm - 4 pm

Price

Free with museum admission

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Step back in time and discover the stories of San Diego's original Chinatown and the vibrant Asian Pacific Historic District. Journey through history as you explore how this once-bustling neighborhood shaped Downtown San Diego into the cultural mosaic it is today. With unique exhibits that bring the past to life, you’ll come to understand the city like never before!

Special Offer: Show your convention badge and enjoy $2 off museum admission! Dive into the rich heritage of this fascinating district—where history and culture await.

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