There are 3 article(s) tagged Chinese Historical Society of Memphis and Mid-South:

• September 2019

  • Beale Street marker notes site of old Chop Suey Cafe

    The marker is the second in the area to note the contributions of the Chinese in Memphis. It also marks another addition to a block of Beale that is becoming known for its presentation of the district's history.

    By Bill Dries September 16, 2019

• May 2019

  • Marker honors role of Chinese in Memphis history

    The marker south of Beale Street marks the site of a Chinese association founded in Memphis in the 1920s. It is also a testament to the impact of the Chinese Exclusion Act that remained in place for 60 years in America.

    By Bill Dries May 25, 2019

  • Historical marker for Chinese association to be unveiled Saturday

    A new historical marker at FedExForum plaza will mark the site of the Lung Kong Tin Yee Association of the 1920s.

    By Bill Dries May 21, 2019