The Chinese Culture Center (CCC) is a community-based nonprofit rooted in San Francisco’s Chinatown, dedicated to uplifting Chinese culture and advancing creative expression, education, journalism, and sustainability. We are driven by a simple mission: to empower individuals and communities through knowledge, creativity, and open access.
At CCC, we believe that culture is a catalyst for connection and transformation. Our platform brings together artists, educators, technologists, journalists, and changemakers from around the world to share stories, amplify voices, and foster meaningful engagement.
Our Focus Areas:
- 📰 Community Journalism
Sharing stories that highlight grassroots efforts, cultural shifts, and projects impacting local and global communities. - 🎨 Arts & Culture
Celebrating Chinese heritage and contemporary creativity through visual art, performance, and cultural exchange. - 🎓 Education
Offering accessible learning opportunities, from language and arts classes to cross-cultural programs for all ages. - 💡 Innovation
Exploring the intersections of technology, design, and social good—advancing creative tools and open-source initiatives. - 🌍 Sustainability
Championing environmental consciousness through community-driven green projects and public programs. - 🧠 Ideas & Dialogue
Fostering thought leadership through essays, interviews, and community conversations that inspire collective growth. - 📚 Open Resources
Providing free guides, toolkits, and learning hubs to support community building and lifelong learning.
CCC is more than a cultural institution — it’s a collaborative movement grounded in inclusion, resilience, and imagination. Whether you’re a student, artist, activist, or educator, you’re part of a global community reimagining what’s possible.
Together, creativity connects us all.
- The Dragon Boat Festival (端午节): A Celebration of Heritage and Unity
- The Lantern Festival (元宵节): Illuminating Traditions and Togetherness
- Retrieved: The Art of Looking Back
- “Sunrise” Mosaic: A Beacon of Art and Community in Chinatown
- Chen Style Taijiquan at the Chinese Culture Center
- Chinatown Night Out: Fostering Unity and Safety in San Francisco’s Chinatown
- 41 Ross: A Hub for Community Art and Cultural Engagement
- In Search of Roots: Reconnecting Chinese Americans with Ancestral Heritage
- “Sunrise”: A Celebration of Public Art and Community
- Beili Liu: “LURE” – A Meditation on Connection and Cultural Memory
- Chang Dai-chien: The Master of Modern Chinese Painting
- Brenda Louie: Mapping Memory and Identity Through Art
- Chinatown: A Living Legacy of Chinese America
- Chinese Roots: Preserving Heritage and Identity
- Traditional Celebration of the Chinese New Year
- The Snake in the Chinese Zodiac
- The Pig in the Chinese Zodiac
- The Monkey in the Chinese Zodiac
- The Goat in the Chinese Zodiac
- The Dragon in the Chinese Zodiac
- The Rabbit in the Chinese Zodiac
- The Tiger in the Chinese Zodiac
- Chinese Zodiac Sign Dog: Meaning, Personality, and Compatibility
- Chinese Zodiac Sign Horse: Traits, Meaning, and Compatibility
- Chinese Zodiac Sign Ox: Traits, Compatibility, and Meaning
- Chinese Zodiac Sign Rooster: Meaning, Personality, and Compatibility
- Chinese Zodiac Sign Rat: Personality, Traits, and Compatibility
- Chinese Zodiac Signs: Meaning, Personality Traits, and Compatibility
- Chinese Ethnic Minorities: Celebrating Diversity Within Unity
- Zhongqiu Festival: A Celebration of Moonlight, Family, and Cultural Tradition
- Qingming Festival: Honoring Ancestors, Remembering Roots
- Lunar New Year: A Time for Renewal, Family, and Cultural Pride
- Chinese Festivals: Celebrating Heritage, Community, and Tradition
- Chinese Heritage Walk: Explore the Heart of San Francisco’s Chinatown