We ensure the Chinese American experience is recognized, preserved, and taught as part of the American narrative with our key initiatives:
Passed in 1882
First Race-Based Immigration Ban
Citizenship Denied
Lasted Over 60 Years
Congress Expressed Regret for Exclusion [2011-2012]
The Chinese Exclusion Act was the first U.S. law to ban immigration based on race, targeting Chinese laborers and denying citizenship to Chinese immigrants. The law fueled discrimination, violence, and family separation, while Chinese American contributions were left out of the American story for generations.
Today, the 1882 Foundation works to preserve these histories and ensure they are recognized as part of the American narrative.
October 28 @ 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM EDT
Talk Story: VOTE! It’s Your Right.
In this Talk Story, we will be discussing how women of color influenced women's suffrage movement. During Summer of 2026, the 1882 Foundation unveiled a mural that changed the landscape of DC Chinatow...
1882 Foundation Office
508 I Street NW
Washington,
DC
20001
United States
October 29 @ 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Mahjong at Night
Celebrate Halloween and play some Mahjong! All are welcome. First come, first serve. Feel free to bring your own mahjong set. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Optional mahjong crash course wi...
Chinatown Park
I Street between 5th and 6th streets NW
Washington, DC,
United States
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1882 Foundation2026-08-21 12:02:092026-10-22 12:20:342025 Annual Report
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Ellen Feng2025-08-01 11:09:552026-10-22 12:21:48Unveiling of the National Historic Landmark Plaque – Change in Location
