History of Chinese Americans in Portland, Oregon facts for kids

Portland, Oregon, is home to a vibrant Chinatown. It's a special part of the city where you can explore Chinese culture and history. There are actually two main areas known for their Chinese heritage in Portland.

One area is called Old Town Chinatown. This historic neighborhood is famous for the beautiful Lan Su Chinese Garden, a peaceful place with traditional Chinese architecture and plants. Another area, sometimes called "New Chinatown," is along 82nd Avenue. In 2012, about 18,000 people of Asian/Pacific heritage lived in the wider Portland area, and many of them lived in this part of the city.

Organizations in Chinatown

The Hip Sing Tong was a prominent organization that helped Chinese immigrants.

Community groups play a big role in keeping Chinese culture alive and helping people in Portland. One important group is the Chinese American Citizens Alliance. This organization works to support Chinese Americans and make sure their voices are heard in the community.

Historically, groups like the Hip Sing Tong were also very important. They helped Chinese immigrants settle in Portland, find jobs, and connect with others from their homeland. These organizations often provided a sense of community and support for people far from home.

Delicious Chinese Restaurants

One of the best ways to experience Chinese culture is through its amazing food! Portland's Chinatown areas are filled with many different Chinese restaurants, offering a taste of various regions of China. From tasty noodles to delicious dumplings, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Here are some of the Chinese restaurants that have been a part of Portland's food scene:

• Ambassador Restaurant and Lounge
• Bing Mi
• Chin's Kitchen
• Duck House Chinese Restaurant
• Excellent Cuisine
• Fong Chong
• Frank's Noodle House
• Gado Gado
• HK Cafe
• House of Louie
• Hunan Restaurant
• Kenny's Noodle House
• Master Kong
• Mei Sum Bakery
• Ocean City Seafood Restaurant
• The Pagoda
• Republic Cafe and Ming Lounge
• Shandong
• Shanghai's Best
• Stretch the Noodle
• Wei Wei
• Wong's King
• XLB

See also

• Chinese American women's suffrage in Oregon
• Da Tung and Xi'an Bao Bao
• Ethnic groups in Portland, Oregon
• Hispanics and Latinos in Portland, Oregon
• History of Koreans in Portland, Oregon
• History of the Japanese in Portland, Oregon
• National University of Natural Medicine
• Oregon College of Oriental Medicine