The earliest Chinese American women who came to the U.S. in 1785 were mostly merchant’s wives and housemaids. In the following 165 years, these women pioneers established an impressive legal history. They not only fought to become American citizens but also fiercely fought for their right to be treated with dignity as human beings. Herstory 1 showcases the legal milestones and often harrowing stories of these brave women. Before their lives and accomplishments are completely lost in the annals of history, we aim to tell her story. We finally give voice to those Chinese American women who paved the way for our past, present and future.
Starting from 1912 to 2020, Herstory 2 exhibit covers landmark cases, including the sexual discrimination lawsuit filed by Ellen Pao and the #MeToo Movement. During this time period, there were more than 10 Chinese American women elected to the government office who became Senators, Assemblywomen and Mayors. Chinese American women have not only weathered gender inequality, but racial discrimination as well, and this exhibit documents the contributions they have made to earn their well-deserved place in history.
For more information about this traveling exhibit and Herstory, please visit Herstory's official website.
