Chinese Reconciliation Park
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About the Location
Historical Significance
Chinese Reconciliation Park is a 3.9-acre waterfront park located along Schuster Parkway in Tacoma, Washington. Situated along Commencement Bay, the park was created as a gesture of reconciliation for the expulsion of Chinese residents from Tacoma in 1885.
The park serves as both a place of reflection on past injustices and a celebration of Tacoma's multicultural present and future. The Chinese Reconciliation Project Foundation, in partnership with the City of Tacoma, continues to work on expanding and improving the park.
Design and Features
The park's design blends elements of traditional Chinese gardens with the natural Pacific Northwest landscape. It features interpretive pathways that tell the story of Chinese immigrants in Tacoma and their forceful expulsion.
A centerpiece of the park is the Fuzhou Ting, an ornate Chinese-style pavilion donated by Tacoma's sister city of Fuzhou, China. The pavilion provides a space for contemplation and cultural events.
Other notable features include the String of Pearls bridge, a grotto, stone tableaux, and interpretive signage that educates visitors about the history of Chinese immigrants in Tacoma.
Visitor Experience
Visitors can walk along trails, view native and exotic plants, and enjoy scenic views of Commencement Bay and the Olympic Mountains.
The park was developed in phases starting in 2005, with the first two phases completed by 2011.
