01 / Documents
A name carried across generations
The Chinese calligraphy and English identification on this Grand Lodge certificate connect the lodge’s name with San Francisco. Chapter collection.
Discover our history →San Francisco Chee Kung Tong · 1848–2028
180 Years of Brotherhood
2028 Exhibition
A gathering of history, memory and community. Join us as we prepare to celebrate the people and traditions that carry our San Francisco lodge forward.
- Anniversary year
- 2028
- Exhibition date
- To be announced
- Venue
- To be announced
Remember together. Build together.
Our history belongs to the generations who carry it.
The exhibition will mark 180 years from the lodge’s roots traced to 1848. It is an opportunity to bring members, families, friends and neighbors together around our shared heritage—and to invite the next generation into the story. The chapter will announce the exact date, venue and program after they are confirmed.
Collection preview
Small details. An extraordinary story.
Explore a preview of the history inspiring the anniversary. These images introduce our collections and heritage; the final exhibition selection and display arrangements will be announced later.
02 / Photographs
Faces of a shared heritage
The October 10, 1923 delegates photograph preserves a gathering across the Hongmen network. Chee Kung Tong Archive, UC Berkeley, S-E-8.
Explore historical photographs →
03 / Living traditions
A home for our memories
Our headquarters brings portraits, ceremonial traditions and community life into one shared space. Photograph from the chapter collection.
Step inside our lodge story →Collection previews do not indicate that original archival items have been approved for loan or display.
The anniversary collection
180 years. A legacy to hold.
To mark this milestone, we will launch a limited-edition 180-year commemorative book, followed by exclusive member coins and merchandise.
The 180-year commemorative book
A commemorative publication celebrating the history and heritage of our San Francisco lodge. This limited edition will lead our anniversary collection.
Commemorative coins
Exclusive member coins will follow the book launch, offering another way to commemorate this anniversary and our shared brotherhood.
Anniversary merchandise
Exclusive member merchandise will continue the anniversary collection. Designs, availability, pricing and ordering details will be announced by the chapter.
Release dates, edition size and ordering details for the book and collection will be announced as they are confirmed.
Preparation updates
The road to 2028 starts with us.
Follow this page for confirmed arrangements and requests for support as the exhibition takes shape.
Anniversary exhibition
The chapter has announced an exhibition in 2028 to mark 180 years of heritage, fellowship and service.
Date, venue & program
The exact date, venue and program are not yet confirmed. Please wait for the chapter’s announcement before making travel arrangements.
Be part of the preparations
Tell us if you would like to attend, help prepare the exhibition or contribute photographs and memories. We will follow up as details become available.
Attendance · Volunteering · Contributions
Help make this milestone happen.
Register your interest in attending, offer your time, or share a piece of lodge history. You are welcome to choose more than one way to participate.
2028 · San Francisco Chee Kung Tong
Date: To be announced
Venue: To be announced
This is an expression of interest, not a confirmed booking or volunteer assignment. The chapter will contact you as arrangements are confirmed.
承先啟後・同心致公
Remember the past. Welcome the future.
180 years is a milestone. The story continues with the people who choose to carry it forward.