The Labor History Talks Series is held in proud partnership by the San Francisco Maritime National Park Association and the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park. We are dedicated to bringing together top academics to discuss the nuances and history of the labor movement, particularly with regard to maritime history.
Upcoming Talks:
Stay tuned for our next Labor History Talk!
Past talks:
“Burmese Cowboy: The Shwe Tun Aung Story,” Talk with Shwe Tun Aung and screening of the documentary: Burmese Cowboy: The Shwe Tun Aung Story. followed by a discussion with Shwe Tun Aung and Sam Levens of the International Transport Workers Federation.
“The Price of Salmon: A History of Chinese Americans in the Salmon Canning Industry,” James and Philip Chiao in conversation with Kristin Wong, June 2, 2024.
“Labor Under Siege,” Harvey Schwartz in conversation with Robert Cherny. March 24, 2024.
“‘Where’s Pete Panto’?: Memory and Commemoration of a Murdered Dock Worker and Labor Activist” by Joseph Sciorra, Ph.D., October 29, 2023.
“Harry Bridges: Labor Radical, Labor Legend” A conversation with Professor Robert Cherny and Harvey Schwartz, Ph.D., July 9, 2023.
