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Chinese in Napa Valley 2nd Encore Screening
The Napa County Historical Society (NCHS) presents “Chinese in Napa Valley” on Thursday, March 5 at the Sharpsteen Museum, 1311 Washington St. in Calistoga. This second encore screening has been added due to the overwhelming interest in this documentary.
“Chinese in Napa Valley,” directed and produced by Jeff Hamilton, EH LearnMedia, LLC, is a new documentary based on the book by John McCormick, revealing the pivotal yet long-overlooked contributions of Chinese immigrants to Napa County. Through archival images, family stories, and expert insight, it uncovers the labor, resilience and community life that helped shape the valley.
The screening will begin at 3:30 PM, with doors opening at 3:00 PM for seating. The documentary runs approximately 55 minutes and will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers and contributors.
Museum members may remember John McCormick’s lecture discussing his book at our Meet the Author event in 2023. Sharpsteen Board President Dean Enderlin is among the experts featured in the documentary.
PLEASE NOTE: This event is free. Seating is limited; an advance RSVP is required. Email Media Chair Eden Umble, eden@sharpsteenmuseum.org to reserve your spot on a first come, first served basis.
“Chinese In Napa Valley” Encore Screening
The Napa County Historical Society (NCHS) presents “Chinese in Napa Valley” on Thursday, March 5 at the Sharpsteen Museum, 1311 Washington St. in Calistoga. This encore screening is at full capacity; please see our 3:30pm March 5 listing which has limited seats available on a first come, first served basis.
“Chinese in Napa Valley,” directed and produced by Jeff Hamilton, EH LearnMedia, LLC, is a new documentary based on the book by John McCormick, revealing the pivotal yet long-overlooked contributions of Chinese immigrants to Napa County. Through archival images, family stories, and expert insight, it uncovers the labor, resilience and community life that helped shape the valley.
The screening will begin at 5:30 PM, with doors opening at 5:00 PM for seating. The documentary runs approximately 55 minutes and will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers and contributors.
Museum members may remember John McCormick’s lecture discussing his book at our Meet the Author event in 2023. Sharpsteen Board President Dean Enderlin is among the experts featured in the documentary.
PLEASE NOTE: This event is free. This screening is at full capacity. Please email Media Chair Eden Umble, eden@sharpsteenmuseum.org with questions.
See the trailer here. Note: this screening at the Cameo Cinema took place on Feb. 2 .
"Chinese in Napa Valley" Screening
The Napa County Historical Society (NCHS) presents “Chinese in Napa Valley” on Friday, February 20 at the Sharpsteen Museum, located at 1311 Washington St. in Calistoga. PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS AT FULL CAPACITY; only those with a confirmed RSVP will be admitted. Please see the listing for our encore presentation on Mar. 5, while seats are still available.
“Chinese in Napa Valley,” directed and produced by Jeff Hamilton, EH LearnMedia, LLC, is a new documentary based on the book by John McCormick, revealing the pivotal yet long-overlooked contributions of Chinese immigrants to Napa County. Through archival images, family stories, and expert insight, it uncovers the labor, resilience and community life that helped shape the valley.
The screening will begin at 5:30 PM, with doors opening at 5:00 PM for seating. The documentary runs approximately 55 minutes and will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers and contributors.
Museum members may remember John McCormick’s lecture discussing his book at our Meet the Author event in 2023. Sharpsteen Board President Dean Enderlin is among the experts featured in the documentary.
PLEASE NOTE: This event is at full capacity. Only those with a confirmed advance RSVP will be admitted. Contact Media Chair Eden Umble, eden@sharpsteenmuseum.org with questions.
See the trailer here. Note: this screening at the Cameo Cinema on Feb. 2 is a separate ticketed event.
Dine & Donate benefiting the Sharpsteen Museum
Savor the best brunch in town at Lovina as you support the Sharpsteen Museum. Lovina is generously hosting this Dine & Donate event as part of our Napa Valley CanDo Give!Guide fundraising campaign.
See brunch menu here.
Make reservation here.
Lovina
1107 Cedar St. Calistoga CA 94515
707-942-6500
Thank you for your support!
Napa Valley CanDo Give! Guide Fundraising Campaign
The Sharpsteen Museum is proud to be among the organizations featured in this trusted, easy-to-use giving platform that connects generous donors of all ages with incredible nonprofits serving Napa County. This annual campaign runs from Nov. 1 through Dec. 31st, 2025.
A one-time donation of any amount is welcome. Minimum donation is $10; your gift is 100% tax-deductible.
MATCHING GRANT
Our Board of Directors has pledged $1,000 to this campaign. All donations up to this amount will be matched, dollar for dollar.
Donate securely here.
Dine & Donate Brunch at Lovina, Sun. Dec. 14, 10 am - 2 pm - more info here
Thank you to our community partner, Jennifer Bennett & Lovina, for your generous support of the Sharpsteen Museum of Calistoga History.
Your support helps us welcome visitors 363 days a year to explore the rich history of Calistoga and the upper Napa Valley. We are completely staffed by volunteer docents and the board of directors. The museum offers educational tours by appointment; see our website for more information.
Thank you for your support!
37th Annual Instant Wine Cellar
Our biggest fundraiser of the year gives wine lovers a chance to win 5 mixed cases (60 bottles!) of premium Napa Valley wines for just $10 per ticket (or 5 for $40!). Bid on live & silent auctions, enjoy wine tasting and appetizers, and mingle with the coolest people in town! Must be 21 or over.
Historic Lecture by Don Winter
oin us as Don Winter, Lodging Historian for Napa County Historical Society and curator of our current “Destination Napa: Philosophies of Wellness” exhibit, shares fascinating stories about the early days of our region’s hot springs resorts and mineral water. Free to museum members and the general public.
Call for Artifacts: Places of Worship Upcoming Exhibit
Call for Artifacts: For upcoming Places of Worship Exhibit
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