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  • April 15, 2023 7:34 PM | Elyse Wong (Administrator)

    Preparing Sacrificial Food representing Nourishment for the Deceased in their Afterlife SDCAP member Kaser Walker placing Incense Sacrificial Food in front of Altar for the Deceased

    Taoist Priest in front of Wall with List of Names of Interred Reading the Names of the Interred Burning Sacrificial Items symbolizing Wealth and Good Fortune for the Deceased in their Afterlife

    The South Bay Historic Chinese American Cemetery Corporation (SBHCACC) had their annual Ching Ming ceremony on April 8th at the Historic Chinese American Cemetery in San Jose.

    CHCP was a sponsor for this event and presented paper ingots for ceremonial offerings and participated in the reading of the names of those buried there. CHCP participants attending included: Director Brenda Hee Wong, Student Docent Cultural Ambassador Program (SDCAP) member Kasey Walker, Trustee Allan Low, and Advisory Board Members Nathan Louie and Michael Chan.

  • March 17, 2023 5:08 PM | Elyse Wong (Administrator)

    By Ingrid Lai, 2023 CHCP Co-Vice President

    On March 12, 2023, the SDCAP (Student Docent Cultural Ambassador Program) community planned to celebrate their 10-year Anniversary at History San Jose. However, an unexpected fire at History Park on the morning of the event forced the celebration to be moved to a different venue, thanks to SDCAP Chair Brenda Hee Wong's quick thinking and the kindness of CHCP Director Dr. Arthur Jue and CHCP Advisory Board member Daniel Jue who offered their office space in San Jose.

    Click to enlarge Certificate of Recognition from CA Assemblyman Alex Lee for SDCAP 10th Anniversary Table Decorations Saratoga Vice Mayor Yan Zhao. Director Arthur Jue, Advisory Board Member Joshua Zhang Advisory Board Member Daniel Jue

    Despite the last-minute change, the celebration was a success. The program included talent performances by SDCAP members, a "10 Years of Growth" slideshow, highlights of two meaningful video projects, founders, honorees and SDCAP recognition, alumni reflections, lunch, and cake cutting. The event ended with a raffle drawing.

    Click to enlarge Program Flute performance by SDCAP Member Trinity Yu Keyboard performance by SDCAP Member Kasey Walker

    Singing performance by Advisory Board Member/SDCAP Member Joshua Zhang 10th Anniversary Cake SDCAP members (with Certificates of Recognition from CA Assemblyman Evan Low) & CHCP Board Members

    The SDCAP community would like to thank Liz Chew, Teddy Sue, Lillian (posthumously) & Debbie Gong-Guy, and Brenda Hee Wong for their hard work in making SDCAP a success from the beginning and for their ongoing efforts in supporting its growth. The celebration was a testament to the dedication and hard work of all the alumni and current SDCAP members who have contributed to making SDCAP the success that it is today. Despite the unexpected challenge, the SDCAP 10-Year Anniversary Planning Committee, hosted the community to come together to celebrate and look forward to continuing their work together in the future.

    Recognition of SDCAP Founders Brenda Hee Wong and Teddy Sue by Charlsie Chang from the Office of CA Assemblyman Alex Lee SDCAP Performers with Saratoga Vice Mayor Yan Zhao and SDCAP Chair Brenda Hee Wong CHCP Board and Advisory Board Members with Saratoga Vice Mayor Yan Zhao

    Watch SDCAP's "10 Years of Growth" slideshow below:


  • March 16, 2023 6:55 PM | Elyse Wong (Administrator)

    SDCAP Chair Brenda Hee Wong and SBHCACC President Dennis Wan SDCAP Members making IngotsVolunteers making IngotsString of Paper Ingots

    CHCP Student Docent Ambassador Program (SDCAP) members got together with the South Bay Historic Chinese American Cemetery Corporation (SBHCACC) and the Chinese American Women's Club (CAWC) to make paper ingots for the Ching Ming celebration to be held on April 8th at the Historic Chinese American Cemetery in San Jose.

  • February 19, 2023 6:16 PM | Elyse Wong (Administrator)

    Hoong the Dragon, "Year of the Rabbit" Mascot, and Friends

    By Gerrye Wong, CHCP Co-Founder and Trustee

    Chinese American Historical Museum


    On Saturday, February 18th, we had a wonderfully sunny California day which was perfect for the Chinese Historical and Cultural Project (CHCP) to hold its annual Lunar New Year Celebration at History Park San Jose where its Chinese American Historical Museum proudly stands. Besides being able to visit our museum and see new exhibit features, we had Lion Dancing, Hoong our dragon and a Year of the Rabbit in person leading the parade of children at the end of the event.

    In addition, we had remarkable groups performing martial arts, Chinese cultural dances and Chinese yo-yo demonstrations.

    Martial Artists Chinese Cultural Dancing Chinese Yo-Yo Performance

    There was also Chinese calligraphy demonstrations, K-pop dancing, the Firebird Chinese Youth Orchestra playing traditional Chinese musical instruments, Chinese New Year games and craft activities for the kids, the "Rolling Duck" food truck serving delicious Asian dishes, plus our educational "Pioneering the Valley" Traveling Exhibit was also out on display.

    Chinese Calligraphy K-pop Dancing Firebird Chinese Youth Orchestra

    Chinese New Year Games and Crafts"Rolling Duck" Food Truck "Pioneering the Valley" Traveling Exhibit

    So be sure to come out and not miss the fun and festivities next time CHCP holds its events – lots of excitement and fun cultural experiences.

  • February 01, 2023 7:40 PM | Elyse Wong (Administrator)

    CBS News Reporter Mary Lee interviewed CHCP Advisory Member/Historian Connie Young Yu and CHCP Director Brenda Hee Wong, to report on efforts being made to raise awareness for San Jose's historic Market Street Chinatown, destroyed by anti-Chinese arson in 1888.

  • January 31, 2023 5:08 PM | Elyse Wong (Administrator)

    By Gerrye Wong, CHCP Co-Founder and Trustee

    Chinese Historical and Cultural Project welcomed the Year of the Rabbit in fine fashion with its annual membership dinner, which was free for all paid members.

    Nearly 140 gathered to celebrate together and witness the swearing in of the Board of Directors for 2023 led by Dr. Arthur Low, Advisory Board Liaison and former CHCP president. Newly sworn in were Directors Dr. Arthur Jue, Elizabeth Lee and Mike Mak, and Co-Treasurer Bill Shu.  

    California State Assemblyman Evan Low performed the swearing in of Advisory Board members. New Advisory Board members included: Michael Chan, Daniel Jue, Kelly Kwong, Sharon Lai, and Lielani Rich. It’s always being said that whatever is worthwhile “takes a village” and true to form, CHCP is led by a dedicated group of over 50 Board and Advisory Board members overseeing the membership of 300.

    Keeping all of the audience members happy was the awarding of over 20 door prizes of orchid plants and Trader Joe gift cards. Attendees had a chance to view highlights of the 35th Anniversary Gala, which occurred last September 2022, thanks to Advisory Board member Steve Gilbert.


    Before dinner, attendees were delighted to find a bright red voile bag which contained the commemorative Anna May Wong quarter, issued in 2022 as one of the American women coin series. Anna May Wong was the first Chinese American actress to appear in Hollywood movies beginning in the 1920s. 

    Assemblyman Evan Low presented a framed California proclamation to President Dave Yick and CHCP for its fine community work in preserving and presenting Chinese American history for the past three decades through its activities and Chinese American Historical Museum. NBC reporter Robert Handa applauded CHCP for its continuing service to the community.

    Lions Michael and Macy Mak Chan gifted everyone present that evening with a crystal display miniature teapot set with 4 cups to wish everyone a Happy New Year and invite them all to join their Silicon Valley Cyber Lions Club.  


    Student Docent Cultural Ambassadors led the audience in singing Chinese New Year to close this eventful program.


    Pictured in the photos below from left to right are: Director/SDCAP Chair Brenda Hee Wong, Advisory Board member Pinki Fung, "Money God," and Co-Founder/Trustee Gerrye Wong; Trustee Debbie Gong-Guy, Trustee Anita Kwock, and Co-Vice President of Marketing Edith Gong; new Board member Dr. Arthur Jue and Co-Treasurer Jonathan Wong; Barbara Johnson and Bill Schroh, jr. from History San Jose.

  • January 20, 2023 5:02 PM | Elyse Wong (Administrator)

    New Year DecorationsIce Cream and other Goodies

    SDCAP Members with President Dave Yick Far East Deep South documentary filmWatching the Film

    CHCP SDCAP (Student Docent Cultural Ambassador Program) members and CHCP Board members gathered at a social to celebrate the new year. They enjoyed ice cream and other goodies, plus the "Far East Deep South" documentary film was shown.

  • December 21, 2022 7:29 PM | Elyse Wong (Administrator)

    CHCP shared Chinese winter solstice traditions and children's holiday crafts at the Chinese American Historical Museum (CAHM) for History Park's Children's Heritage Holiday event on December 17, 2022.

  • November 17, 2022 6:21 PM | Elyse Wong (Administrator)

    The Chinese American Museum DC (CAMDC) hosted a webinar with a distinguished panel who talked about some of the Chinese American men and women who have served our nation and their great American stories.

    The panel consisted of Montgomery “Monty” Hom (Founder and Executive Producer of the Chinese American GI Project), Connie Yu (CHCP Advisory Board Member/Historian), and Wilem Wong (retired New York City Police Sergeant with over 34 years of service in the United States Army Reserve). 

  • November 09, 2022 6:02 PM | Elyse Wong (Administrator)

    CHCP was a Gold Sponsor for Friends of Children with Special Needs (FCSN)’s "Expand Our Dream" Fundraising Gala. CHCP attendees at the Gala included (left to right):  CHCP Advisory Board Member/FCSN Board of Directors Co-Chair James Chiao, CHCP Trustee/Co-Founder Gerrye Wong, CHCP Member/FCSN Director of Volunteer Support Linmei Chiao, CHCP Director Brenda Hee Wong, CHCP Advisory Board Member Nathan Louie, and CHCP VP of Education Chris Jochim.

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History Park
635 Phelan Avenue
San Jose, CA 95112

In Ng Shing Gung Building

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PO Box 5366
San Jose, CA 95150-5366

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Chinese Historical & Cultural Project

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