Last update: May 3, 2008
Ventura County Chinese American Historical Society
The mission of the Historical Society is to perform original research, preserve, publish and teach the history and experiences of Chinese Americans in Ventura County. The Historical Society also coordinates with city, county, and state government offices and officials in matters relating to the preservation, communication and recognition of the Chinese American heritage. In addition, the Historical Society serves as the focal point for the distribution of related educational materials, presentation of historical symposia and the arrangement of public speakers on topics relating to the history of Chinese Americans in Ventura County.
History
The VCCAHS was founded in December 2000 under the auspices of the Ventura County Chinese American Association. Currently the society has 35 members. The official historian of the Society is Ms. Linda Bentz.
Activities/Achievements/Awards
The society organized the Annual Cultural Night event for the Ventura County Chinese American Association in February 2001 at the Camarillo Community Center. The theme of the evening was the past, present and future of Chinese Americans. A highlight of the evening program was the performance of Charlie Chin, a renowned Living History actor. The Smithsonian Institute named Mr. China Community folklore Scholar In 2005, we celebrated the 600th anniversary of the Chinese Treasure Fleet under Admiral Cheng He at the Channel Islands Maritime Museum.
Future Plans
Ongoing projects include a documentary of the history of Chinese in Ventura County, a memorial for the China Alley in Ventura in conjunction with the City of Ventura and the development of education materials for the public schools on the history of Chinese Americans in Ventura County.
website: www.vccahs.org