The Chula Vista Heritage Museum celebrates the grand opening of the “Filipinos of South Bay Exhibit”, telling the story of Fili[ino migrants from the Philippines to South San Diego County.
The grand opening will take place on Oct. 2 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Chula Vista Heritage Museum, located in the the Civic Center Branch Library at 365 F Street. The exhibit is free to the public.
Filipinos of South Bay Exhibit” is a collaborative project by community members representing PASACAT; the Filipino American National Historical Society of San Diego (FANHS-SD); and the Council of Philippine American Organizations of San Diego, County, Inc. (COPAO).
According to Chula Vista Principal Librarian and Cultural Arts Manager Erwin Magbanua, memorabilia of organizations, individuals, key events, and marquee locations help trace the history and rich tapestry found within the early days forming the Filipino community.
Visitors will be guided through multiple stories telling the common threads of connection, community, and contributions reflective of the Bayanihan Spirit (communal unity) and value of Kapwa (shared identity),” according to event organizers in a statement.
The project is funded in part by the City of Chula Vista and the Create Chula Vista Arts Grant, California Humanities, County of San Diego Community Enhancement Program, Chula Vista Heritage Museum, and PASACAT, and in partnership with the South Bay Historical Society, the Chula Vista Heritage Museum, and Chula Vista Public Library.
The exhibit will run from October 2022 through December 2023 and will be open to the public during the Civic Center Branch Library hours of operation.
Visit https://www.filipinosinsandiego.org/ for more information.
