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Wing Luke Museum and its collection
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The Wing Luke Museum, located in Seattle, Washington, is a unique institution that concentrates on the culture, art, and history of Asian Pacific Americans. As the only pan-Asian Pacific American community-based museum in the country, it offers a unique perspective on the diverse experiences and contributions of these communities in the United States.
Collections at the Wing Luke Museum
The Wing Luke Museum boasts a collection of over 18,000 items, encompassing a wide range of artifacts, photographs, documents, books, and oral histories. These items provide a rich and detailed insight into the Asian Pacific American experience. For those who are unable to visit the museum in person, or for those who wish to explore the collection further, parts of the museum's collections are accessible through its online database.
Location and Tours of the Wing Luke Museum
The Wing Luke Museum is situated in Seattle's Chinatown-International District, adjacent to Canton Alley, an area with a rich residential, commercial, and communal history. To enhance the visitor experience, the museum operates Chinatown Discovery Tours. This tour service, established in 1985, guides visitors to significant sites within the neighborhood, providing a deeper understanding of the area's history and culture.
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