Click here for the Online Photo Exhibit
The Austin History Center displayed the photo exhibit, "Pioneers from the East: First Chinese Families in
Austin" from April 27 to October 17, 2010. The exhibit highlighted the history of some of the first Chinese
individuals and families who settled in Austin. A reception, in partnership with the Texas Asian Chamber of
Commerce, took place on May 12, 2010 along with a program to honor the five families. Following the program,
attendees enjoyed a tour of the Austin History Center and viewed the archives of the five families. All of the
featured photographs were selected from the Asian American archival collection at the Austin History Center and
are now showcased in an online photo exhibit . In addition, the photo exhibit is available to partnering organizations
or institutions to borrow for display. For more information please contact, Esther Chung, Neighborhood Liaison at
esther.chung@austintexas.gov or 512-974-7394.
The Austin History Center is searching for archival materials documenting the Asian Americans in Austin and Travis County
Sing Family Papers (AR.2008.002) Austin History Center, Austin Public Library Austin, Texas.
The Austin History Center, Austin Public Library is looking for historical documents and other records on Asian Americans in Austin and Travis County. This includes any individual, family, business, organization, or entity that represents Asian heritage. The intent is to collect and preserve materials related to the history of Asian Americans in the local community for research purposes.
Collection areas include: Architectural Archives, Biography Files, Photographs, Maps, Periodicals, Recordings, Books, published documents and many others.
If you have any documents, photos, or other items you would like to donate to the Austin History Center or have any questions, please contact Esther Chung, Neighborhood Liaison, at (512) 974-7394.
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