In the 145+ years the neighborhood has been thought of as Chinatown, the places where we live, work, shop, eat, gather, and celebrate have contributed to what it means to be Chinese/Asian American. Follow along as we “walk through” the layers of our neighborhood’s history with a few snapshots from the Archive.

In celebration of Jane Jacobs and New York City, we are joining Janes’s Walk, a global festival of free, volunteer-led walking conversations inspired by urban activist Jane Jacobs. During Jane’s Walk weekend, the simple act of exploring the city is enhanced with personal observations, local history, and civic engagement. Jane’s Walk encourages people to share stories about their neighborhoods, discover unseen aspects of their communities, and connect with visitors and neighbors alike.

Thank you to partners Urban Archive & MAS