San Diego Chinese Historical Museum
404 Third Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 338-9888
http://www.sdchm.org/
Tues - Sat: 10:30 AM - 4 PM
Sun: Noon - 4 PM
$2 per person.
Members and children under age 12 are free.
The historic mission building of the San Diego Chinese Historical Museum located at 404 Third Avenue is temporarily closed while undergoing renovation. The Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Extension building located at 328 J Street will remain open to visitors and will observe regular operating hours.
The mission of SDCHM is to collect, preserve and share the Chinese American experience and Chinese history, culture and art to educate our diverse community and its visitors.
Since opening in 1996, the museum has presented more than 47 exhibits highlighting the rich tradition of Chinese culture and history in San Diego and the world. The Museum also features a library of books on Chinese culture and a tranquil garden with koi pond.
The garden begins with a magnificent gate memorializing Dr. Sun Yat-Sen, followed by a small waterfall and a quiet stream, which culminates in a fishpond. A serpentine stone path leads to the courtyard and is adorned by a bronze statue of Confucius.
The permanent collection includes paintings, sculpture, Chinatown artifacts, calligraphy, costumes, and religious items. Special exhibitions and presentations are scheduled throughout the year.
They also offer the Asian Pacific Historic Walking Tour every second Saturday of the month at 11am. Cost: $4, includes museum admission.
Contact the Museum for its latest information.
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