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The covered walkways at Lan Su Chinese Garden in Northwest Portland’s Old Town Chinatown make it a year-round visitor attraction.

Chinese American Community

Connect with the city's historic and vital Chinese American community.

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The covered walkways at Lan Su Chinese Garden in Northwest Portland’s Old Town Chinatown make it a year-round visitor attraction.

From 1880 to 1910 Portland’s Chinatown was second in size only to San Francisco’s. Today, the growing Chinese population is spread throughout the city, as are a variety of Chinese-owned businesses, Chinese schools and activities.

Cultural Communities

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Chinese American Community

Learn more about the city's rich Chinese American history and present day.

Lanterns floating in the serene water at Lan Su Chinese Garden in Old Town Chinatown.

Chinese American Culture

Check out these places to experience Portland's Chinese American heritage.

Start a day in Old Town Chinatown by crossing through the neighborhood\'s iconic gate.

Chinese American History

Learn more about the Rose City's strong Chinese American legacy.

The annual Rose Festival features Dragon Boat Races on the Willamette River.

Chinese American Events

Celebrate Chinese American Portland with two major festivals in the winter and spring.

Lan Su Chinese Garden

An authentic Ming Dynasty style garden built by Suzhou artisans, Lan Su Chinese Garden offers a peaceful escape in Portland's historic Chinatown district.

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Annual Events

Find community and discover local artists and makers at these events.

The Jade International Night Market is packed with multicultural performances.

Jade International Night Market

Thousands gather every August in Southeast Portland to celebrate the Jade District’s diverse immigrant community at the Jade International Night Market.

Celebrate Chinese New Year with colorful cultural activities at Lan Su Chinese Gardens.

Lunar New Year Celebrations in Portland

Portland hosts its own Japanese Mochitsuki Festival, Vietnamese Tet Festival and multiple Chinese New Year events.

Portland hairdresser Nelly Ayala, co-creator of Paz Hair Lounge, at My People\'s Market.

My People’s Market Spotlights Local Entrepreneurs of Color

My People’s Market showcases local entrepreneurs and makers of color, connecting them with industry professionals and consumers.

Jade District Neighborhood Guide

This Southeast Portland neighborhood is a bustling cultural hub, home to a population largely composed of immigrants and people of color. Eat and explore in one of the city's most diverse communities.

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