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United Savings and Loan (#16)

In 1960, Robert Chinn founded United Savings and Loan, the first Asian-owned bank in the U.S. The bank focused on securing property loans for Asian Americans, who at that time couldn’t get loans even with down payments of 30 to 40 percent. The entrance is marked by artwork by Seattle Chinese pioneer artist Faye Chong. It depicts the Eight Immortals, a traditional Chinese group of legendary individuals with divine attributes.

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Tiled roofline, upper-level balconies, and translated signage reflect the bank’s cultural roots. Photo by Michael B. Maine. Wing Luke Museum Collection.