Self-Guided Walking Tour in Chinatown

Overview

You will get to experience a self guided walking tour of a Cantonese 19th Century Christian Chinese funeral procession that traveled through the former Chinatown in honor of WWII Congressional Gold Medal veteran, Joe You Chew, who was 99.5 years old and the last Chew family resident in Tehama County.

This self-guided tour will walk you through the life of one of the original Chinese families in Tehama County.

It will also present the historical structures from the former Chinatown which survived many years of trials and tribulations.

All proceeds go to the Helen and Joe Chew Foundation which provides a scholarship fund dedicated to Joe You Chew’s alma mater Red Bluff Union High School.

City: California

Fri 20 Sep

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $5.00

Make a reservation

Fri 20 Sep

Starting at $5.00

Make a reservation

New York City Tours

Unique Activities (21) Transfers & Transportation (103) Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises (113) Entry Tickets (47) Sporting Events (1) Good for Small Groups (6) Seasonal & Holiday Tours (41) Walking Tours (697) Outdoor Activities (20) Limitied Availability Tours (6) LGBT Friendly Tours (4) Family-friendly Activities (7) Solo Travelers' Tours (147) Food & Drinks (27) Travelers recommend (73) Good for Groups (8) Top Activities (18) Guided Audio Tours (3) Art, Culture & History (135) Attractions to explore (38)

What's Included

Mobile guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

What To Expect

Red Bluff

It all begins with a stretch along Main Street to the end of Walnut Street. Due to the Chinese Exclusion Act, all of the Chinese homes were along High Street (now Rio Street) and ended on Antelope Blvd. Maybe you would want to stop for lunch, at the Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant, located at 860 Main St, Red Bluff, CA 96080, there is a picture in the lobby of the Ming Terrace Restaurant. The Ming Terrace Restaurant was both the last Chinese residence and Chinese business to operate in the historic Chinatown closing in 1973. Walk the steps of the Chew family, as they performed one last ancient 19th Century Chinese ritual of a funeral procession traveling through the former Chinatown ending at Oak Hill Cemetery in honor of Joe You Chew, who was 99.5 years old and the last Chew family resident in Tehama County. This will guide you through the last time a Chinese procession would be held from one of the original Chinese families in Tehama County.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (10)

AldenMC1

May 2022

A walk through time showcasing an aspect of Red Bluff and Tahama County’s rich history. A fascinating look into the Chinese American experience, their contributions to Northern California and the development of the state in its early days. Very informative, meticulously researched and narrated by the guide. Proceeds from the tour also support the Helen & Joe Chew Foundation’s local scholarship fund. This is a must see stop on any trip here.

Catdawg916

Jan 2022

Fun and informative experience. It's always nice to learn the history of places that you would've never been able to guess otherwise.

Quality888

Jan 2022

I learned alot about the history of a prominent Chinese family in my hometown. I didn't realize this little town was so diverse. The tour guides were accomadating and knowledgeable.