Ching Ling Foo: America's First Chinese Superstar

Award-winning artist and author Samuel Porteous introduces audiences to Ching Ling Foo, the Chinese magician who became an American superstar due to his skill and charm. Porteous walks guests through Foo's first American tour, discussing his accomplishments and the historical context and importance of Foo's feats. The Chinese Historical Society of America collects, preserves, and illuminates the history of Chinese in America by serving as a center for research, scholarship and learning to inspire a greater appreciation for, and knowledge of, their collective experience through exhibitions, public programs, and any other means for reaching the widest audience. www.chsa.org