Chinese American Historical Museum at the Ng Shing Gung, San Jose

About Chinese American Historical Museum at the Ng Shing Gung

The Chinese American Historical Museum, also called the Ng Shing Gung Museum, occupies the Ng Shing Gung building in History Park in San Jose. Visitors explore exhibits focused on Chinese American history and culture, with the option to arrange free guided tours by contacting the museum. The museum operates most Saturdays from noon to 3:45 pm, though specific dates and times vary with holidays and special events. The organization also maintains a Virtual Library for educational research and operates several specialized programs including a Chinatown Archaeology project, a WWII Veterans Project, and a Traveling Exhibit that extends the museum's reach beyond its physical location. Educational opportunities include access to grants and community outreach activities. The Chinese Historical and Cultural Project, the nonprofit organization behind the museum since its founding, serves Silicon Valley and surrounding regions through preservation and public education initiatives focused on Chinese and Chinese American heritage.