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From the Introduction page to the website:

"In recent years there has been an increase in studies of people of Asian ancestry, primarily Chinese and Japanese, who immigrated to the West during the nineteenth and early twentieth century’s. In Idaho in particular, this movement of people first took place during the Territorial and early Statehood periods, and later through World War II when Japanese Americans were held in internment (Kooskia) and incarceration/concentration (Minidoka) camps here. Archaeological excavations conducted on a variety of sites in Idaho and elsewhere, have recovered everyday objects that were made in China and Japan. The need to understand these artifacts, their uses, and the people who owned them led to the establishment, in 1982, of the Asian American Comparative Collection (AACC), one of the first celebrations of ethnic and cultural diversity on the University of Idaho campus."

The Collection is internationally known and consulted for a variety of purposes. They also house the original documents.

Volunteer Curator-Priscilla Wegars

Sponsors and Supporters

This project would not have been possible without support from the following orgainizations.

The University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho is the site of the Alfred W. Bowers Laboratory of Anthropology and therefore the Asian American Comparative Collection.

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From the University's webpage:

"Since 1889, the University of Idaho has been a place that expects more from itself, more from its students, more from knowledge and more from life. The University of Idaho is where students come to succeed and learn to lead. At our main campus in Moscow, Idaho – and our centers throughout the state –students find many opportunities to share in our community and culture."

"The Office of Community Partnerships supports Idaho communities through research and student projects focused on local priorities. We provide a front door for Idaho communities to access university resources, including UI Extension, and faculty throughout the university. Our projects aim to advance innovation and sustainability, build leadership, and create vibrant communities"

This project would not have been possible without a grant from the Office of Community Partnerships. They have been an invaluable asset in assisting us in all the hiccups that a project of this size can encounter.

Office of Community Partnerships at the University of Idaho

Asian American Comparative Collection

Alfred W. Bowers Laboratory of Anthropology

The Alfred W Bowers Laboratory of Anthropology houses several collections, including the Asian American Comparative Collection.

From the Lab's website:

"The Laboratory of Anthropology is part of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology in the College of Letters and Science at the University of Idaho. The laboratory was founded specifically for the purpose of giving students the opportunity to practice anthropology and archaeology in a controlled environment before entering the professional community. These roles continue to be the main focus of the laboratory today, with students collaborating with faculty on a variety of projects, ranging from artifact analysis and conservation to archival research. In addition, the laboratory is also committed to serving the public through interactive educational programs, interpretive displays, guest presentations, public volunteering programs, lab tours, and many other options."

The website design team would like to thank Stacey and Leah for all their support during the creation of this resource, as well as for the use of the Lab's scanner.

Lab Director: Dr. Stacey Camp

Collections Manager: Leah K Evans-Janke

Palouse Asian American Association

From the Palouse Asian American Association pamphlet:

"The Palouse Asian American Associateion is a community service organization dedicated to promoting an increased understanding of Asian American people and cultures. As a multicultural association, our members include both Asians and non-Asians....The PAAAhelpes funds lectures and supports events."

The Palouse Asian American Association has supported this project by allowing the student researchers to present at their meeting on April 5th in Mosow, Idaho.