Ghosts of Gold Mountain: Chinese Building the Transcontinental Railroad - Virtual Presentation
November 17 | 6:00 p.m.Online
UNfortunately, this event has already occurred.
In conjunction with our new temporary exhibit at the museum exploring the history of organized labor on the railroad, the Union Pacific Museum is pleased to host historian Gordon H. Chang for the virtual presentation: Ghosts of Gold Mountain: Chinese Building the Transcontinental Railroad. Though constituting 90% of the labor force on the western portion of the line and credited with carrying the burden of its construction, Chinese workers faded into the shadows of history over time. This talk will speak to the historical neglect and share insights into their experience gained from a decade of research and the publication of his book, Ghosts of Gold Mountain: The Epic Story of the Chinese Who Built the Transcontinental Railroad.
Contact: Lindsey Marolt
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Arts & Culture, Educational
