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Threading Histories: Curating Asian Pacific American Experiences at the Smithsonian and Why Filipino American Stories Matter Objects tell stories—of movement and migration, of struggle and survival, of innovation and identity. Join us on Sunday, March 9th at 2pm for a special presentation by Dr. Theodore S. Gonzalves.
Drawing from 'Smithsonian Asian Pacific American History, Art, and Culture in 101 Objects,' this talk examines the deep and multifaceted histories of Filipino Americans through select artifacts that embody their lived experiences. From the labor camps of the early 20th century to the cultural interventions of the present, these objects serve as historical touchstones, revealing how Filipino Americans have shaped and been shaped by the American narrative. In dialogue with SBTHP’s 'Manongs on the Central Coast' exhibit currently on display at Casa de la Guerra, this presentation considers the power of material culture in preserving memory, challenging erasure, and reimagining belonging.
Theodore S. Gonzalves is a scholar of comparative cultural studies and a curator at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. A former interim director of the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center, he has taught in the U.S., Spain, and the Philippines. An accomplished musician and former president of the Association for Asian American Studies, Theo currently serves on the board of the American Council of Learned Societies.
Sunday, March 9, 2025 @ 2:00pm at the Alhecama Theatre (215A Canon Perdido Street).
Free for SBTHP members, $5 suggested donation for nonmembers. No RSVP required. Seating is first-come, first-serve. Free event parking in lot behind Panino (834 Santa Barbara St.)
Reception and free admission to SBTHP’s 'Manongs on the Central Coast' at Casa de la Guerra will follow the lecture (from 3:00-4:00pm).
Questions? Email [email protected] or call (805) 965-0093.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Alhecama Theatre, 914 Santa Barbara Street,Santa Barbara, California, United States
