Oakland Chinatown: A Dream of Belonging Tour
Schedule
Sat Aug 24 2024 at 01:00 pm to 03:30 pm
UTC-07:00Location
Oakland | Oakland, CA
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About this Event
Oakland’s Chinatown is a vibrant home and hub for immigrants and communities across the Asian diaspora. Learn about the development, displacement and dynamics of this historic neighborhood, starting in the 1850s during California’s Gold Rush. We’ll visit key cultural locations of culture, meet local leaders, and learn about Asian American social movements over the decades, while discussing current efforts and issues in the community. Come early for dim sum, or stay after to enjoy the delicious cuisines! A level walk with some stairs and indoor visits.
Meeting Location: Provided upon registration.
Tour Guide: Lailan Huen
NOTES:
- PLEASE MEET 15 MINUTES BEFORE listed time to allow for registration.
- We kindly request you register in advance. In-person registration will be first-come-first-served on a space available basis. We cannot guarantee a spot will be available.
- We offer fee waivers for limited income residents— just ask!
- Comfortable walking shoes, sun hats and sunscreen are recommended. Bring water.
- Vouchers, limited-income accommodation, and any other special circumstances should be handled in advance. Please email [email protected] for assistance
- Check your email the morning of the walking tour for any last-minute changes, clarifications, or cancellation.
- If you need assistance navigating Eventbrite, please reach out to us at [email protected] or call our office at (510) 763-9218 and we’d be happy to help.
- Due to the ongoing presence of Covid, we will continue to make masks available. If you feel ill the day of a tour, please stay home. If after a tour, you become ill and test positive, please let us know as soon as possible. Thank you.
- Please check out the profiles of tour leaders. We are grateful for their skill and generosity.
- These tours support Oakland Heritage Alliance, a non-profit that tells Oakland’s story through walking tours, lectures, newsletters and advocacy. We welcome volunteers and new members!
Accessibility Note: A level walk with some stairs and indoor visits.
About Oakland Heritage Alliance
Oakland Heritage Alliance is a 501(c)(3) non-profit membership organization which advocates the protection, preservation, and revitalization of Oakland's architectural, historic, cultural and natural resources through publications, education, and direct action.
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Where is it happening?
Oakland, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 5.00 to USD 25.00
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