Pioneering the Valley: The Chinese American Legacy in Santa Clara Valley

The Saratoga History Museum presents the traveling exhibit, “Pioneering the Valley: The Chinese American Legacy in Santa Clara Valley.” The exhibit and reception for the opening takes place July 13 at 2:00 PM at 20450 Saratoga-Los Gatos Road.  The free exhibit will run from July 13 through October 26.The exhibit provides the history of the Chinese American Community in the Santa Clara Valley from the 19th century to today with highlights of community achievements.  Partnering with the exhibit will be local information on Saratoga people and history.The reception will feature Mayor Emily Lo; Historian Connie Young Yu; Brenda Wong, president of Chinese Historical Cultural Project; zither music by Hong Tai; and the Tamkang drum team. The Tamkang drum team are part of the Tamkang University Alumni Association and combine the art of  Chinese dance, Kung-Fu, Tai Chi with the art of drumming. Light refreshments will be served. For more information go to: www.saratogahistory.com or call 408-867-4311.