Every Story Matters.
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Digital Exhibits
Chinese Americans have called Arkansas home for over 150 years. These exhibits draw from historical scholarship, archival photographs, and the life stories of participants in the Arkansas Chinese Heritage Project to illuminate more specific themes within this diverse history. Exhibits include recommendations for further reading and a guide illustrating how specific interviews relate to the chosen theme. Watch this space as we continue to add new exhibits in 2025 and beyond.
Our Mission
The Arkansas Chinese Heritage Project seeks to collect, preserve, and showcase the rich history of Chinese communities in Arkansas and surrounding states. This multi-disciplinary oral history project will share the lived experiences of Chinese communities past and present with students, scholars, and community members, while also educating the broader public about the ethnic and cultural diversity of our state. Our work is conducted with the collaboration and input of community members and historical societies in Arkansas, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Louisiana.
Have a story to share?
Every Chinese American family in Arkansas has a story worth preserving for future generations. Whether your family has been here for many years or arrived more recently, your experiences are an important part of Arkansas history. We invite you to share your family’s journey, memories, and traditions to help preserve and celebrate the heritage of Chinese Americans in our state.