The Chinese Historical Society of America to benefit during a shopping weekend at SAKS Fifth Avenue in downtown San Francisco
The Chinese Historical Society of America to benefit during a shopping weekend at SAKS Fifth Avenue in downtown San Francisco
September 29 and 30, 2012
28 September 2012 – San Francisco, CA: Join the Chinese Historical Society of America (www.chsa.org) for a benefit shopping weekend at Saks Fifth Avenue’s Union Square stores on Saturday and Sunday, September 29 and 30, 2012. During that weekend, Saks Fifth Avenue will donate 10% of proceeds from sales when customers mention the Chinese Historical Society of America at both Saks’ Women’s Store at 384 Post Street, and the Men’s Store at 220 Post Street.
“Saks Fifth Avenue San Francisco is proud to partner with the Chinese Historical Society of America as we recognize the importance of continuing the education and outreach efforts of Chinese American history,” said Ryan J. Williams, Director of Marketing for Saks Fifth Avenue San Francisco stores.
“This is truly a win-win partnership,” said CHSA executive director Sue Lee. “We’re so grateful for this support from one of the city’s most prestigious retailers, and look forward to seeing many of our friends and supporters shopping with us at Saks that weekend.”
In addition to the shopping weekend, Saks has generously offered a $500 shopping experience as an auction item for the upcoming CHSA Voice & Vision annual gala on September 22 at the Four Seasons Hotel in San Francisco. The Chinese Historical Society of America Museum is located at 965 Clay Street (between Powell and Stockton Streets) in San Francisco. More information is available at www.chsa.org.
ABOUT THE CHINESE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF AMERICA
Founded in 1963, CHSA is the oldest and largest organization in the country dedicated to the documentation, study, and presentation of Chinese American history. In 2011, CHSA celebrated the 10th anniversary of its opening at the landmark Julia Morgan-designed Chinatown YWCA building in 2001. Through exhibitions, publications, and educational, public programming, CHSA promotes the contributions and legacy of Chinese Americans.
The Chinese Historical Society of America is located at 965 Clay Street, San Francisco, 94108. Museum hours are Tuesday-Friday 12-5pm, and Saturdays 11am–4pm. (Closed Sunday, Monday, and Holidays.) Admission to the museum is $5 for adults, $3 for students/seniors, $2 for children 6-17. The museum is free the first Thursday of the month. Further information is available by calling (415) 391-1188 x101, or at www.chsa.org