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07. Asian American community

 Record Group
Identifier: 07
Archival collections featuring the Asian American community particularly in Houston, featuring formats such as oral history, family photographs, Miss Chinatown records, and more.

Found in 44 Collections and/or Records:

Charles C. Winnia Philippine American War papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0132
Abstract:

The Charles C. Winnia Philippine American War papers, 1883-1929, consist of eight boxes of correspondence, personal papers, and papers relating to Winnia's military career; photographs, post cards and other miscellaneous items; newspapers and newspaper clippings. Oversize material includes military maps and commissions.

Dates: 1883 - 1929

Bobby Joe Moon family genealogy collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0581
Abstract

Family trees, notes, photographs, correspondence and newsclippings documenting the family history of Bobby Joe Moon, a Houstonian of Chinese American descent.

Dates: circa 1930-2010

Y. Ping Sun awards and related papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 1031
Abstract

This collection includes memorabilia, photographs, crystal awards, correspondence, newsclippings, and other publications.

Dates: 1995 - 2022

Anthony Pabillano Filipino-American artist papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 1036
Abstract

One box containing Houston artist Anthony Pabillano's exhibition programs, flyers, and original "Mini Bayong, No. 2" handwoven paper bag made by Pabillano documents some of his works between 2019-2022.

Dates: 2021 - 2022

Filipino American National Historical Society Houston Chapter

 Collection
Identifier: MS 1037
Abstract

The collection contains 4 t-shirts with the logo of the organization, as well as news clippings and other representations of the organizations' members.

Dates: 2008 - 2025

Luis Q. Lacar sociology and social anthropology papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 1038
Abstract

The Luis Q. Lacar sociology and social anthropology papers include Lacar's CV, academic records, correspondence, awards reflecting his career. Lacar was active with Filipino-American heritage groups nationally in the United States.

Dates: 1983 - 2002

Ilocano Club of Metro Houston

 Collection
Identifier: MS 1053
Abstract

The collection contains a booklet celebrating 40 years of friendship and community service by the Ilocano Club of Metro Houston. More items may be donated in the future.

Dates: 2021

Naomi Kuo Asian American cultural zines collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 1073
Abstract

Taiwanese-American artist Naomi Kuo was raised in Houston, Texas, and explores the genres of zines, photography, and painting.

Dates: 2021 - 2022

Susan and Michael Jhin papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 1079
Abstract

This collection consists of the Jhin family’s personal and professional achievements in business and the Asian-American community of Houston. Formats include awards, photographs, certificates, books, and newsclippings.

Dates: 1990 - 2022

Gene & Hedy Lee Chinese community newspapers & photographs, and family records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0556
Abstract Newspaper issues of the Southwest Chinese Journal (cataloged separately), photographs submitted to the newspaper for publication purposes and a small amount of correspondence regarding the Lee Printing Company of Houston, Texas, owned by Gene and Hedy Lee. The newspapers and photographs reflect Chinese culture in Houston during the 1970s and 1980s, including family life, business activities, cultural arts and organizations, news, and special events such as the Miss Chinatown pageants. (1...
Dates: 1962-2010; Majority of material found within 1976 - 1985