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First Authentic Chinese Gate Built in America (1984) – 52 Weeks of Firsts

Saturday, February 21·Chinatown

First Authentic Chinese Gate Built in America (1984) – 52 Weeks of Firsts

Posted to Chinatown on January 3, 2026

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Sat, Feb 21

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Chinatown Friendship Gate, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107, United States

Step through the iconic archway that sparked a cultural renaissance. Built in 1984, Philadelphia's Friendship Gate was the first authentic Chinese gate in the U.S., a stunning symbol of international partnership and community pride.

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