crosse Archer, then Cermak Rd – “named for a former Chicago Mayor killed in an assassination attempt on a U.S. President!” – and walk east hearing about how Old Chinatown developed. At corner of Wentworth, take pictures beneath Chinatown’s Welcome Gate, and an alley that has “started” in the Chicago PD TV Show. Next stop is the historic Pui-Tak Center Continue walking south, take photos in front of the historic Won Kow building “used in many TV shows and movies, and a favorite hangout of legendary Chicago gangster Al Capone, etc.” Cool recessed balcony atop Emperor’s Choice restaurant, and the beautiful TerraCotta decorative tiles on that building, as on the Pui-Tak Center and many others throughout Chinatown . Stop at the oldest Chinese Bakery Storein Chinatown-Chiu Quon.

Next stop is a few minutes talking about historic Pui-Tak Center and the importance of Merchant Associations in any developing Chinese communities

discover the unique local Chinese American history through showcasing and celebrating current Chinese American art, culture, and innovation.

This particular wall is made of glazed tile from China and is modeled after the wall in Beihai Park in Beijing. The Chinatown mural replicates the large dragons and over 500 smaller dragons painted in red, gold and blue signifying the Chinese focus on good fortune. The Nine Dragon Wall is one of the only three such replicas outside of China.

beautiful Ping Tom Park has walking trails along the South Branch of the Chicago River with wonderful views of Chicago's skyline and historic bridges. Some of the amenities include: Pagoda Pavillion, Water Taxi to Ogilvie Metra Station and Michigan Avenue operated by Wendalla , Children's playground and beautiful Chinese Murals under 18th Street Bridge