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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:

Bapsi Sidhwa papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0885
Abstract

The Bapsi Sidhwa papers comprise the books, drafts, notes, and personal papers of the acclaimed American-Pakistani author Bapsi Sidhwa. Known for her captivating novels exploring mainly women’s issues in the Indian subcontinent, Bapsi has made her mark with her deeply insightful prose and outspoken voice.

Dates: 1943 - 2018

Gee Family Association papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 1018
Abstract

The Gee Family Association (GFA) is an organization of generations of Gees and their extended families. This collection includes print materials such as event flyers and programs, genealogies, and circa 20 photographs, primarily regarding the activities of the Gee Family Association in Houston, Texas.

Dates: 1986 - 2018

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

Chinese American Citizens Alliance (Houston Chapter) records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0606
Abstract

This collection contains correspondence, programs, and other papers regarding or created by the Chinese American Citizens Alliance (CACA), related to the national organization or to the Houston Lodge specifically, as well as personal papers of Edward K.T. Chen. It also contains a variety of materials about Asian-Americans and Chinese-Americans. (3 boxes)

Dates: 1953-2024

Cawas Mody Zoroastrian Religious Artifacts collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0705
Abstract

This collection contains personal Zoroastrian artifact's belonging to Mody as well as his obituary and program for his celebration of life ceremony.

Dates: 1952 - 2018

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

Edward C.M. Chen Family Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0561
Abstract

Materials related to the Edward C.M. Chen family in Houston, Texas, including Chinese language instruction materials by Edward K.T. Chen, newspaper columns written by Edward C.M.Chen, and newsclippings and photocopies of images featuring the Chen family and other Chinese Americans in Houston and Texas. (1 box)

Dates: 1920-2010

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

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

Gordon Quan papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0618
Abstract

This collection consists of business papers, articles, photographs, and awards created by or about Gordon Quan, immigration lawyer and former Houston City Council member. Also included are articles and items about the Houston community in general and the Houston Asian American community specifically.

Dates: 1982-2012