In 1932, a tragic murder-suicide happened at Pender Cafe when a Chinese customer shot dead a white waitress who rejected his advances. The incident led to a ban on Chinese restaurants from hiring white waitresses.
Discover the hidden stories of Vancouver’s Chinatown and surrounding neighbourhoods through VITALITY, a unique exhibition that blends Fred Herzog’s iconic photography with compelling narratives that celebrate the enduring spirit of this historic neighborhood.
Details:
CVA 1095-09307 - Window signs for Pender Café at 168 East Pender Street.
Credit: City of Vancouver Archives, CVA 1095-09307.
All proceeds support the Chinatown Storytelling Centre - an award-winning cultural hub and proud initiative of the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation, dedicated to the revitalization of Chinatown.
Items must be unused, with original tags and packaging, and a receipt is required. Sale items are final sale.
Online: Exchange or store credit within 7 days of delivery. Email hello@foohungcurios.com before returning. Return shipping is the customer’s responsibility, or you can return in-store.
In-store: Exchange or store credit within 7 days of purchase. No refunds or price adjustments.
