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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.

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Chinese American Culture

Experience Portland's Chinese American culture, community and heritage through art, attractions, shopping and more.

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Chinese American History

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

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Chinese American Events

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

Lan Su Chinese Garden

This year-round wonder taking up an entire city block houses 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.

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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.

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Lunar New Year Celebrations in Portland

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

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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

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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