Museum of Chinese in America

"On the fringes of NYC's Chinatown, this intimate museum is housed in a modern, Maya Lin-designed space on Centre Street. The collection documents the history of Chinese Americans, from the 19th century to the present, and includes more than 65,000 works, from photographs to textiles and clothing. It's a thorough look at an important group of Americans that isn't always at the forefront of national conversation. Museum gallery talks are available every Saturday afternoon and provide an interesting (and free) overview of the Chinese experience in America since the 19th century. There's also a fascinating Chinatown walking tour (on Saturdays as well) for $35." - Andrea Whittle, Charlie Hobbs