Philadelphia Chinatown
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Don.Morfe
N 39° 57.309 W 075° 09.301
18S E 486759 N 4422790
Founded in the 1870s by Chinese immigrants, it is the only “Chinatown” in Pennsylvania.
Waymark Code: WM12F1J
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 05/13/2020
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Philadelphia Chinatown-Founded in the 1870s by Chinese immigrants, it is the only “Chinatown” in Pennsylvania. This unique neighborhood includes businesses and residences owned by, and serving, Chinese Americans. Here, Asian cultural traditions are preserved and ethnic identity perpetuated.
Marker Name: Philadelphia Chinatown
County: Philadelphia
Date Dedicated: 10/08/2010
Marker Type: City
Location: 913 Race St., Philadelphia
Category: Ethnic & Immigration
Website: Not listed
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