St.Helena Public Cemetery - Chinese Memorial
Sun, Apr 21
|St. Helena
We cordially invite the public to participate in a reverential Taoist Blessing Ceremony, where all are welcome to participate in the tradition of making incense offerings to forgotten ancestors at the St.Helena Public Cemetery.
Time & Location
Apr 21, 2024, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
St. Helena, 2461 Spring St, St Helena, CA 94574, USA
About the event
From Chinese History & Culture Association, the organizers of this event:
"Chinese immigrants played a crucial role in shaping California's wine industry, particularly in regions like St.Helena within the Napa Valley. Arriving in large numbers during the late 19th century, they contributed labor and expertise to vineyard work, including cleared land, cultivated vineyards, dug wine cellars, and built bridges and roads. Despite facing discrimination, their dedication laid the foundation for the success of prestigious wineries. Today, efforts to preserve and honor their legacy are evident through historical societies and cultural organizations in the Napa Valley area. Overall, their history underscores their significant contribution to both the wine industry and California's cultural heritage."
Leading the ceremony, we start with honoring the ancestors, reading several Zhan (Chants of recognition and praise) to recognize their contributions and sacrifices for the prosperity of the land and community. For too long have they been forgotten,…
