Historic Chinatowns Stories

America’s Chinatowns are among the oldest remaining historic immigrant enclaves in the country, where they are home to hundreds of thousands of residents, workers, and small mom-and-pop businesses, fostering a sense of belonging and connection for all who live and visit there. Read on for stories about the threats faced by these important centers of community, the present pathways to resilience, and hear from the people working to preserve these important sites of cultural heritage for future generations.