Asian American / Asian Research Institute
The City University of New York
Author Henry Chang will read from his acclaimed novels CHINATOWN BEAT and YEAR OF THE DOG and will discuss the origins and methodology of his writing style, evoking Chinatown not only as setting but also as a character. He will explain how he has combined noir mystery with Chinese American sociology and history. Chinatown Beat … Read more
In this talk, Hung focuses on Chinatown small businesses to analyze the impact of the post-9/11 decline in garment factories and the increase in Fuzhounese migration on ethnic businesses. Based on in-depth interviews with Chinatown small business owners and non-profit organizations, she finds that the events of 9/11 are part of a chain leading to … Read more
This special outdoor five session workshop will guide viewers on a retrospective study through some of Asian American / Asian cinema’s most beloved and highly acclaimed films from the past decade.
In the 21st century, China’s population reached 1.3 billion making it the most populous country in the world. Presently, there are 34 million Chinese living overseas. The migration of Chinese communities across the world means that nearly every country has a Chinatown… In this special edition of Globe Trekker Chinatown, Lavinia Tan, Justine Shapiro and … Read more
This event explored the evolving roles, needs, and aspirations of Chinatown’s residents through a series of expert-led workshops, culminating in a documentary montage that captures the community’s experiences and perspectives for broader public education.
This event explored the evolving roles, needs, and aspirations of Chinatown’s residents through a series of expert-led workshops, culminating in a documentary montage that captures the community’s experiences and perspectives for broader public education.