As families start planning summer travel, these important sites across the United States can help broaden perspectives on American history and heritage AANHPIHeritageMonth
But not many people remember Sing—and many other Asian American workers before and after him, who remain footnotes in history books and curricula. Yenyen Chan, a park ranger at Yosemite, hopes to change that. She helps interpret stories of Chinese history, such as Sing’s, in the park, noting that “Asian Americans have been in this country and contributed for a very long time.”
From national parks to ethnic neighborhoods, in-person visits give students well-rounded experiences to bring into their classrooms. Anantha Sudhakar, a professor in the Asian American Studies department at San Francisco State University, says that “it’s become really important for families to complement a child’s school learning” with personal experiences.
Backcountry cook Tie Sing poses with the Mather Mountain Party during a 1915 expedition that laid the groundwork for national parks. Yosemite’s Sing Peak is named after him.Please be respectful of copyright. Unauthorized use is prohibited., says she feels more prepared than ever to welcome people who want to learn. “History matters when it’s deeply rooted in what is relevant and happening today,” she says. can help broaden perspectives on American history and heritage.
This summer, Yosemite opens an exhibit about the Chinese workers who helped build the infrastructure for the national park. More experienced adventurers can embark on a challenging off-trail hike toAfter diving into the histories of Chinese railroad workers at
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