History of NYC’s Chinatown: The Toishanese Migration

The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) invites you to a special screening of History of NYC’s Chinatown: The Toishanese Migration, a newly released documentary from NYC Media that traces the origins of one of New York City’s most enduring neighborhoods. Through sweeping historical insight and intimate community voices, the film centers the Toishanese immigrants who helped build not only America’s railroads, but the foundations of Chinatown itself.

Featuring appearances from MOCA and members of the community, the film offers a glimpse into a living history still unfolding. Following the screening, stay for a conversation with producers Andrew Chow Guidone and Joy Lau, joined by community members Virgo Lee and Chester Lee featured in the film. Together, they will reflect on the process of documenting Chinatown’s layered histories and the urgency of preserving stories that are too often left untold.