Chinatown: A Walk through History with the Museum of Chinese in America

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Led By Alice F., Museum of Chinese in America

Uncover the history of one of New York City’s oldest neighborhoods! This walking tour focuses on how everyday buildings and places of historical significance reflect and shape a community—from its origins as the Native American village of Werpoes Hill in 1600 to its present status as one of the most vibrant immigrant communities in New York City. Highlighted sites include: Columbus Park, Transfiguration Church, the oldest streets in Chinatown, a Chinese eatery that catered to the needs of Chinatown’s turn-of-the-century “bachelor society,” and the street life along the way.

Accessibility

The route distance is about .6 miles, with ample time to stop and rest in-between. One of the stops has seating, but the others do not. There are no stairs on the route, but sidewalks can be narrow and occasionally uneven. The museum, where the guided walk starts, is easily accessible via the Canal Street N/R/Q/W/J/Z/6 stop, which has an elevator. It is also half a block away from a CitiBike station on Howard Street, as well as a c. 10 minute walk from the Canal Street E/A/C trains and the B/D at Grand Street.

Location Information

RSVP is required and capacity is limited. Meeting location, ending location, and directions will be provided via email before walk date.

More Information

guided

Sunday, May 5, 2024
3:00 PM
90 minutes

Borough: Manhattan

Theme: History & Culture

Language: English

Chinatown in May, 1982. Photo: Wikimedia Commons, Gerd Eichmann.