Opening of Chinese Museum Chung Wah Society

30 November 1996

The NT Chinese Museum in Darwin opened in late 1996. The Museum was established to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin and to showcase the history and contributions of the Chinese community in the Northern Territory. The museum was a project of the Chung Wah Society and was inspired by the "Chinatown '42" exhibition, which focused on the impact of World War II on Darwin's Chinatown. The museum's exhibits include photographs, historical texts, stories, and a modest collection of early memorabilia, highlighting the Chinese community's presence in Darwin since the 1880s. The museum is located at the Chung Wah Society's headquarters, located at 25 Woods Street, Darwin. Chief Minister (also Minister for Ethnic Affairs) Shane Stone with prominent Territorians, Mrs Nan Geise AO OBE and Mr Harry Geise AM MBE at the official opening..

Document type: Photo
Time period: Legislative Assembly NT
People: Nan GIESE, Harry GIESE

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