AAPIC was proud to sponsor the Historic Chinatown Park Plaque Unveiling, a community gathering honoring the contributions of Petaluma’s first Chinese residents. The event marked the installation of a permanent plaque recognizing the Chinese immigrant community whose labor and lives helped shape the city’s early history, yet whose stories have long been overlooked.

Community members, elders, and local leaders gathered in remembrance and reflection, affirming the importance of public history, visibility, and cultural acknowledgment. This unveiling represents a meaningful step toward honoring the full and diverse history of Petaluma.

Read more coverage in the Bohemian.