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April 2019
Remembering Killing Fields Exhibit
Visit the "Remembering Killing Fields Exhibit" with the National Cambodian Heritage Museum and Killing Fields Memorial to learn about the 3 years, 8 months and 20 days, that led to more than two million Cambodians dying from ruthless slaughter, starvation, and disease. This exhibition honors not only those who died but also those who survived to keep their memory alive. Learn More
Find out more »August 2019
Polish Chicago 1850-1939
This exhibit brought to you by the Polish Museum of American is a visual introduction to the history of Poles in the city of Chicago. It features the first settlers and their families, houses, businesses, organizations, parishes and various forms of artistic and cultural endeavors. In addition to archival photographs, artifacts that belonged to the Polish-American pioneers are on display, including: rosaries, Bibles, prayer books, pennants of Polish organized groups, documents, and many more. The exhibit is accompanied by a…
Find out more »Know Your Rights Training!
Join HANA and learn how to protect yourself and your community from unlawful practices by enforcement agencies, as well as your constitutionally granted rights! Those who participate in this training can apply to become a 'Community Navigator', a leader who refers impacted community members and shares KYR's information to the community! Training will be provided in both Spanish & English and dinner will be provided.
Find out more »Assyrian History Class
Join the Assyrian Universal Alliance Foundation for a free 12 week class on Assyrian History that will have you both educated and entertained. Register by calling Maria Bedaweth (773) 863-3550 or email [email protected]
Find out more »TALK STORIES: An Asian American/Asian Diaspora Storytelling Show
Join the Chinese American Museum of Chicago for Talk Stories! Talk Stories features performers of Asian descent in storytelling of all forms, including music/dance, personal narrative, and improvisation. The lineup includes musician Stephanie Camba, storytellers (Freddy-May AbiSamra, Jitesh Jaggi, Ben Lau, Andy Guokai Li, Janki Mody, and Rebecca Ozaki), and the improv group Fish Sauce (Huy Nguyen and Mickael Van). This show is produced and will be hosted by Ada Cheng and Randy Kim.
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