MONTHLY NEWSLETTER | NOVEMBER 2022 |
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Wednesday & Friday: 9:30am to 2pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10am to 4pm
Group visits by appointment only.
The health and safety of our visitors, staff, volunteers, and community is our top priority. The Chinese American Museum of Chicago (CAMOC) requires all individuals to wear a mask while in the Museum. We greatly appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
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You can help us continue our work and mission by selecting "CHINATOWN MUSEUM FOUNDATION" from the Charitable Organization List when you make a purchase on Amazon. There is no cost to you but it will make a difference to us. |
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| FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR |
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November is National Gratitude Month, a time to celebrate and give thanks. It encourages us to embrace the power of gratitude.
We would like to thank our supporters, members, volunteers, board directors, associate board members, advisors and staff who help maintain our museum in operation during difficult and challenging times. Some of them works diligently to help us launch exciting public programming and create new exhibitions such as the upcoming Chinese Cuisine in America: Stories, Struggles & Successes.
None of these would have been possible without the generous support of our donors. A donation this GivingTuesday will help us continue our mission to advance the appreciation of Chinese American culture through exhibitions, education, and research and to preserve the past, present, and future of Chinese Americans primarily in the American Midwest. GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement that unleashes the power of radical generosity around the world.
We thank you in advance!
Ben Lau
Executive Director
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SPOTLIGHT SERIES
Guanyu Xu: to be seen
11/5/2022 - 12/17/2022
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This month, CAMOC opened the fifth exhibition of the Spotlight Series, featuring photographer Guanyu Xu. |
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BWC Gathering Spaces Guidebook Launch |
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The BWC Gathering Spaces Guidebook published by Roots & Routes in collaboration with Bronzeville Community Development Partnership, CAMOC, contratiempo, Chicago Park District, FEDECMI, the Field Museum and South Side Community Art Center has officially been launched.
Photo: During the launch celebration at Casa de Cultura, Ben Lau and other panelists talked about the purpose of the guidebook and challenges.
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Truths As We Speak Them: A Storytelling Open Mic |
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CAMOC joined the second Truths As We Speak Them storytelling open mic at the Bronzeville Historical Society this month. The series is produced and hosted by Ada Cheng, and co-sponsored by the Bronzeville Historical Society, People Matter, and CAMOC.
Photo (left to right): Grace Chan McKibben, Sherry Williams, Edward Jung, Ada Cheng, Ben Lau, Consuela Hendricks and Angela Lin
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We're working hard on our next temporary exhibition Chinese Cuisine in America: Stories, Struggles & Successes! The exhibition opens Saturday, December 10, and will run through the following year.
Photo: Deinstalling over 100-year-old wood carving
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Original Chicago Public Library Sign Rescued |
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Photo: Riley Ren with original Chicago Public Library sign rescued by Junior and the Alliance Demolition Company from the fire, thanks to tips from Tim Brenmark. |
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CAMOC Street Signs in Chinatown |
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By Wentworth Avenue (Southbound) & 23rd Street |
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By Wentworth Avenue (Northbound) & 23rd Street |
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Museum of Science and Industry’s Annual Exhibits
Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
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Date: November 16, 2022 until January 4th, 2023
Location: 5700 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL 60637
The holiday season is almost here and there’s no better way to celebrate than with the Museum of Science and Industry’s beloved annual exhibits Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light. Make holiday memories that last a lifetime while exploring more than 50 trees and displays celebrating the rich and diverse cultures of Chicago.
Don’t miss your chance to create unique holiday memories and see a tree decorated in honor of China. Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light are open from November 16, 2022 until January 4th, 2023, and are included in Museum Entry.
The "China" Christmas Tree is sponsored and decorated by the Chinese American Civic Council of Chicago (CACC). CACC has been decorating this Christmas Tree for many years.
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NEW EXHIBITION
Chinese Cuisine in America: Stories, Struggles & Successes
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Date: Sunday, December 11, 2022
Time: 10:00am
Location: 1st floor gallery
The Chinese American Museum of Chicago (CAMOC) is pleased to announce our new temporary exhibition Chinese Cuisine in America: Stories, Struggles & Successes which will open to the public on December 11. Please come to explore the fascinating history, experience the restauranteur stories and cooking demonstrations, and examine the complex history of Chicago Chinese American restaurants.
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PANEL DISCUSSION
The Work of Composer Tan Dun
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Date: Saturday, January 7, 2023
Time: 2:00 - 4:00pm CT
Venue: Chinese American Museum of Chicago
Address: 238 W 23rd Street, Chicago, IL 60616
We are thrilled to partner with the Chicago Philharmonic and The Chinese Fine Arts Society for a free event centered on Chinese-American composer Tan Dun’s work! This panel discussion is in advance of the January 14 concert featuring the North American Premiere of Tan Dun’s Concerto for Guitar and Orchestra (Yi2) with Sharon Isbin.
Leading the discussion is multi-Grammy Award winning classical guitarist Sharon Isbin, who commissioned Yi2 and worked extensively with Tan Dun. Rising star cello virtuoso Joshua Roman, who will perform Tan Dun’s Crouching Tiger Concerto, also joins. The conversation will be moderated by Chicago Philharmonic Artistic Director Scott Speck.
Also featured is a performance from the Sound of Wishes Guzheng Ensemble.
The January 7 panel discussion is a free event with limited spaces. Reserve your spot by clicking the button below.
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To purchase tickets to the January 14 concert at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance, click the button below. |
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| BECOME A MEMBER TODAY! |
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Becoming a member is a simple and effective way to get involved with the Chinese American Museum of Chicago. Your membership represents a personal investment in the Museum and ensures the continuation of the wide array of quality exhibitions, programs, and events we bring to the community. In addition, you are affirming the importance of the Museum’s commitment to bring the Chinese American experience in the Midwest to as many people as possible.
$150 = Free event admission for member & 3 guests for 1 year
$100 = Free event admission for member & 1 guest for 1 year
$60 = Free event admission for member only for 1 year
$30 = Free event admission for seniors & students for 1 year
$500 = Corporate Membership for 1 year (with 10 individual memberships, recognition in program & on plaque)
For Members who support us beyond the basic level, we offer extra recognition and the following benefits:
$250 = Bronze (Honorary Membership)
$500 = Silver (Honorary Membership)
$1,000 = Gold (Lifetime Membership or a small donor brick)
$1,500 = Platinum (Lifetime Membership and a small donor brick)
$5,000 = Diamond (Large donor brick)
$5,500 = Jade (Large donor brick plus Lifetime Membership)
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TOP:
Large Brick
7.5" X 7.5"
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Donor Wall in Front Lobby
BOTTOM:
Small Brick
3.5" X 7.5"
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You can read the full list of benefits on our website by clicking the button below. There are also instructions on how to join at the bottom of the page, along with the Membership Form. |
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We are looking for dedicated, reliable, and energetic individuals who would like to experience our historic institution from the inside — as volunteers! We need volunteers for docents, greeters and special events. If you are interested in volunteering for us, please use the button below to visit our related page and download a volunteer form. |
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ABOUT US
The mission of the Chinese American Museum of Chicago - Raymond B. & Jean T. Lee Center (CAMOC) is is to advance the appreciation of Chinese American culture through exhibitions, education, and research and to preserve the past, present, and future of Chinese Americans primarily in the Midwest.
The museum building, formerly the Quong Yick Co., is located in Chicago's Chinatown, at 238 West 23rd Street in Chicago. The Museum opened to the public on May 21, 2005. After a devastating fire in September of 2008, the Museum was closed for renovation and reopened in 2010.
CAMOC is governed by the Board of Directors of the Chinatown Museum Foundation (CMF), a 501(C)(3) non-profit corporation located in Chicago, Illinois.
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