"The understanding of a culture comes from hearing the language, tasting the food, seeing personal interactions, experiencing the traditions, and so much more in context."

— Elizabeth Laval & Candice Pendergrass, Sikh Youth Public History Project

"The understanding of a culture comes from hearing the language, tasting the food, seeing personal interactions, experiencing the traditions, and so much more when it is in context."

— Elizabeth Laval & Candice Pendergrass, Sikh Youth Public History Project

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Forgotten Chinatowns of Northern California

Visit “Forgotten Chinatowns of Northern California,” now open in Marysville.
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Red Carol: A Public Humanities Experience on Social Justice and Empathy 

Transforming a Dickens’ classic into a vibrant exploration of modern socio-economic issues.

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Forgotten Chinatowns of Northern California

Visit “Forgotten Chinatowns of Northern California,” now open in Marysville.

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