Anna May Wong, 1937-1996
Sub-Series
Scope and Contents
The items in this sub-series include recipe books with forewords by Wong, assorted books and periodicals with images and articles about Wong, a portrait of Wong, and a Mexican calendar with an image of a woman based on Wong.
Dates
- Majority of material found in 1937-1996
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is unrestricted.
Biographical / Historical
Anna May Wong was the first Chinese American movie star, and also the first Asian American actress to gain international recognition. Her long and varied career spanned silent film, sound film, television, stage and radio.
Extent
0.20 Linear Feet (Boxes 8 and 12)
Language of Materials
English
Other Finding Aids
An additional Anna May Wong sub-series has been created under 2017.003, also in Alex Jay Collection.
Repository Details
Part of the Museum of Chinese in America Repository