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Chong Wa Benevolent Association (#09)

Chong Wa first opened its doors in 1929. The first floor houses classrooms for Chinese school while the upper floor has a large auditorium with a stage. The association started as the governing body for all Chinese in Washington State and represented the community to the outside world.

Images

View across Weller and 7th. Photo by Michael B. Maine. Wing Luke Museum Collection.

Main entrance on 7th. Photo by Michael B. Maine. Wing Luke Museum Collection.

Statue of Sun Yat Sen, who visited Seattle as part of his 1911 U.S. fundraising tour. The statue was installed in 2018. Photo by Michael B. Maine. Wing Luke Museum Collection.

Chong Wa Benevolent Association (#09) is part of the following tour legs:

Chinatown-International District Segment

Chong Wa Benevolent Association (#09) is part of the following tours:

Redlining Heritage Trail