About Chinese Canadian Museum

1889 Trading Co. is the retail experience of the Chinese Canadian Museum, located in Vancouver’s oldest building in Chinatown, the Wing Sang Building, built in 1889. The name of our shop pays tribute to this historic space, which once served as a gathering place, family home, and business hub for Chinese immigrants navigating life in a new land. From the early struggles with exclusionary laws to the perseverance of generations who shaped Canada’s cultural landscape, this building stands as a living witness to Chinese Canadian history. As part of the Chinese Canadian Museum, 1889 Trading Co. carries that legacy forward. Proceeds from every purchase directly support the museum’s exhibitions, programs, and educational initiatives.Read their story