This Friday, the Roots and Resilience Chinese American Heritage in Oregon exhibit, which highlights more than 150 years of Chinese contributions to the state, will be unveiled at the University of Oregon’s Museum of Natural and Cultural History.
Chinese immigrants, who were among the first non-Indigenous groups to arrive in Oregon, were essential to the mining, railroad, and canning sectors. Even though they had a big influence, their tales have frequently been forgotten.
According to a press release from Todd Braje, executive director of the Museum of Natural and Cultural History, the history of Chinese immigrants in Oregon is representative of the larger American immigrant experience, which is characterized by hardship, tenacity, and enduring contributions in spite of the systemic racism they encountered. It is a privilege for us at the museum to tell their tales, gain knowledge from their past, and help make the museum a more inclusive environment for everyone.
In 1897, two kids were born in Salem, Oregon. The Museum of Natural and Cultural History will open “Roots and Resilience Chinese Heritage in Oregon” on Saturday, February 22. The display will remain open until 2026. The Hood River History Museum is the source.Museum of Hood River History
The Eugene exhibit illuminates the experiences of Chinese immigrants, the injustice they faced, and their tenacity in the face of discriminatory laws such as the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 through the use of historical relics, personal narratives, and archeological findings.
The show, which was created in partnership with the Oregon Chinese Diaspora Project, the Southern Oregon University Laboratory of Anthropology, and the museum, also emphasizes how Chinese immigrants fought against prejudice while preserving close ties to their culture.
On Friday, February 21, the show opens at 6 p.m., followed by a reception featuring refreshments and a performance. Public hours for the grand opening events are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and they continue throughout the weekend. February 22 and 23, Eugene, 1680 E. 15th Ave. Through 2026, the exhibit will continue to be on display. Additional details are available atmnch.uoregon.edu.
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