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Join the Organization of Chinese Americans-Wisconsin Chapter for an afternoon celebrating Milwaukee's Chinese American history.
Join the Organization of Chinese Americans-Wisconsin Chapter for an afternoon celebrating Milwaukee's Chinese American history. This event features poetry reading by Milwaukee Youth Poet Laureate Angela Wang, personal and historical narratives from notable OCA members, and screening of the documentary film From Section 48 to King Drive (2026). This film uncovers a seldom-told narrative of Milwaukee's Chinese immigrant history through the installation of two state historical markers. Mixing archival fragments, local memory, and careful attention to place, the film traces how these small commemorations open into larger questions of migration, erasure, and belonging. Take part in the post film talkback with director Yinan Wang.
Afterwards, view the OCA-WI's Historic Markers, Living Legacy Exhibit, on loan in the Library's Chinese Room. About the Organization of Chinese Americans-Wisconsin Chapter (OCA-WI): OCA Wisconsin is one of over 35 chapters of OCA National, which was founded in 1973. Headquartered in Washington DC, OCA is dedicated to advancing the sociopolitical and holistic well-being of all AANHPI. Our local chapter was established in the 1980s with many of our members' families having been part of Milwaukee throughout the 1900s, from all walks of life, ranging from small businesses such as laundries, restaurants, and grocery stores to engineers, health care workers, educators, and other walks of life.
AGE GROUP: | Teens (13-18) | Older Adults | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Special Events | Exhibits/Displays | Arts, Music, & Culture |