America's Chinatowns
Many of America’s Chinatowns are disappearing. Join us in protecting them so their vibrant pasts can remain at the heart of their thriving and prosperous futures.
Asian American & Pacific Islander History
Explore the diverse pasts that weave our multicultural nation together
Throughout much of American history, Asians and Pacific Islanders have left an indelible mark on the events and places that make up our common experience. We celebrate their contributions in the National Treasures we support—Seattle's Panama Hotel, Southern California's Historic Wintersburg, and Hawaii's Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium, for example—and in the rich stories we tell. Read on to discover more about Asian-American heritage throughout the United States.
Statement from the National Trust Condemning Race-Based Hatred, Violence, and Misinformation
“Being Asian American means wearing many layers of identity. At first glance, a man of Asian ancestry. At first spoken word, an American. At deeper reflection, a person of color in America. At the core, a person who seeks peace and social justice.”
Eddie Wong, former executive director, Angel Island Immigration Station Foundation
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Stories
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America's Chinatowns Why We're Protecting America's Chinatowns -
Preservation Magazine Japanese Buddhist Temples in Hawaiʻi Preserve Their History by Embracing Change -
Telling the Full American Story Revolution Remix: South Asian American History in Philadelphia -
Backing Historic Small Restaurants Teshima Restaurant Aims for the Century Mark -
America's Chinatowns Community Spotlight: The Women of Boston's Chinatown -
Where Women Made History Five Women, Five Approaches to Saving Places
We believe all Americans deserve to see their history in the places that surround us. As a nation, we have work to do to fill in the gaps of our cultural heritage.
Let's Get to Work