Asian Culture & Experiences

Explore Boston's diverse Asian experiences in Boston and beyond. Visit Chinatown for authentic cuisine, or take an afternoon or evening stroll along the Greenway's Chinatown Park.

Activities & Resources

Japan Society of Boston

Fosters friendships between Japanese and American citizens through cultural, business, educational, and community focused…

The Chinatown Project

The Chinatown Project is committed to revealing the people, stories, and history behind your local Chinatown businesses.

Sampan

The only bilingual Chines-English Newspaper in New England.

Chinese Culture Connection

Promotes intercultural harmony, strengthens diverse communities and builds bridges between American and Chinese people.

Events

Boston Chinatown Tours Feb 17

Chinatown can be intimidating for outsiders. Travelers and locals alike rave about the food, fun and fables, insights gained as current issues are explored in historical context. Traditional and modern treats, from BBQ to fresh fruit, pastries, dim sum. Explore secret nooks…

Year of the Dragon by Ponnapa Prakkamakul Feb 17
  • Auntie Kay and Uncle Frank Chin Park
  • Recurring daily

The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy is excited to announce its collaboration with artist Ponnapa Prakkamakul on a new public art installation, Year of the Dragon, which will debut in early 2024. The project draws inspiration from Chinese dragons, deities associated with water…

South Asian Showdown XVI Mar 01
  • Strand Theatre

Bollywood/Fusion is a highly energetic dance from India that combines many different styles of dance coordinated to a theme. You will see Bollywood, Hip Hop, Bhangra, Classical, Contemporary, Tollywood and more! You don’t want to miss out on the chance of hearing the feet pulsing…

Shen Yun Apr 03

The gong resounds, the curtain opens, and a heavenly scene unfolds before your eyes. Fairies emerge from a sea of billowing clouds. Mongolians ride on horseback across grasslands as vast as the sky. The Monkey King leaps into the sky to fight demons. Classic stories of love and…

Boston’s Chinatown is one of the city’s smallest yet most vibrant neighborhoods. Chinatown’s location—at a geographic crossroads within Boston—has shaped its legacy and contributed to its character.

The Rose Kennedy Greenway is a 17-acre contemporary public park cut through the heart of Boston. From vibrantly lit pieces featuring Chinatown's history to interactive sculptures, this park offers many permanent and rotating exhibits to enjoy during your adventures around #BostonUSA.