Artist Alley: Opening Reception: Griffin Ong

Location: Welcome to Chinatown, 115 Bowery, New York, NY 10002 "Remember the Source" documents the photographer's return to his grandparents’ ancestral villages in China's Pearl River Delta — a journey to rediscover family history, reconnect with long‑lost relatives, and better understand where Chinese Americans come from. The exhibit highlights images of family homes, village life, and a historic visit with the descendants of Wong Kim Ark, the man behind the birthright citizenship case in the U.S. These photos aim to inspire others to explore their own roots and share the stories that shape who they are. Griffin Ong is a Brooklyn-based street photographer born and raised in San Francisco who is interested in capturing the interaction between people and the built environment in the spaces we inhabit. He is also passionate about food, history, and the evolution of cultures across time and space, especially as it pertains to Asian diasporic communities. Exhibition on view till: 09.24.2026 Tonight Food Options: Inspired by the exhibition you can opt into pre-purchasing food and take home art piece. Menu: Food: Mini Joong 粽子 Claypot Crispy Rice with Pork Patty Ice Cream Dessert: Orange Syrup on Ginger or Vanilla Ice Cream with Candied Orange Peels Drinks: Peach + Chili Pepper soju courtesy of KTOWN Soju Tea Tastings by Grand Tea and Imports