Postcard of the interior of Quong Yue Shing & Co. at 32 Mott Street (1915/1925)Museum of Chinese in America
Supporting America's Chinatowns are important for the conservation of cultural heritage, embodying centuries of profound historical significance and social resilience.
Parks for Chinatown (2019) by Kaltoum AlibrahimiAsian Arts Initiative
These enclaves serve as living testaments to the struggles and triumphs of past generations, encapsulating a rich tapestry of traditions, customs, language, and culinary arts that are integral to the multicultural fabric of American society.
Lunar New Year in Chinatown (1972-02-28) by Alan OhashiVisual Communications Media
Hear from Chinatown advocates/residents on why we should support America’s Chinatowns.
TLB Trading (2021-09-18) by Derick MarquezWelcome to Chinatown
"Preserving Chinatown is important because it helps us look back on our history... Preserving Chinatown means taking care of what came there before, but also what's going on there now, & thinking about how you bridge the gap between generations.." Lauren Yee, American playwright
Dean Wong: Made in Chinatown, USA: Yat Sing Rehearsal (2018) by Dean WongPortland Chinatown Museum
"It's important to preserve America’s Chinatowns ...
to remember that there are immigrants who have come to this country who have transformed this country, & these communities were where they lived & where they went to school, & where they created lives, & where they died, & where we still honor them" - Jamie Ford, Author
Hop Kee with Peter (2020-09-30) by Steven YenWelcome to Chinatown
Preserving Chinatowns for their historical significance
"Chinatowns were often the first place where Chinese lived. In many cases, it was the only place that Chinese could live… From that community was built… we see what has grown from that sort of initial offering of Chinatowns." Morris Lum, Photographer
Dragon Dance Parade: Dragon and Lion Dance Teams (2022-05-07) by Portland Chinatown MuseumPortland Chinatown Museum
“You don't have to live in Chinatown in order for Chinatown to be important to you… Chinatown is not just for the people who are actually living there or working there, Chinatown's for everybody." - Ava Chin, Author and Professor
Dancers (2021-06-06) by Michael LiuWelcome to Chinatown
"One reason to preserve Chinatowns across the country is... history, culture, and family. We really need to understand our past... because that past has an influence on us right now, today." - Lisa See, Author
Meet Chinatown Scavenger Hunt 3 (2021-10-20) by Victoria LeeWelcome to Chinatown
“Chinatowns come in many different shapes and sizes….My hope is that these drawings educate, inspire, and empower us by creating conversation and community.” - Sammy Yuen, Artist
