Cherry blossoms symbolize a time of renewal and optimism.

Anna May Wong captivated audiences all over the world in the 1920s and ‘30s.the Chinese American Museum pays tribute to the life and legend of the groundbreaking actor who battled stereotyping and prejudice to lead the way for future Asian Americans in pursuit of the Hollywood dream.

Jewelry worn by Anna May Wong in this photo is part of the exhibition.she was hailed as the worlds best-dressed woman.where she starred in several notable plays and films.

Her grandparents arrived in California at the end of the 19th century prior to the enactment of laws that restricted immigration from China to the U.On display are artifacts and memorabilia on loan from Wongs descendant and namesake.

which starred Wong and Sessue Hayakawa.

Wong starred in her first film in 1922 and.joined the present and past students.

Contact Kiyo Watanabe at kiyo_watanabe@ sfvjacc.Attendees joyfully toasted one another to mark the beginning of the historic evening.

which helps with the seasonal curry rice and kurimanju sales.the school was used as a hostel to accommodate Japanese Americans returning from concentration camps until 1949.