Kam Wah Chung State Heritage Site
John Day, Oregon
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Kam Wah Chung Museum is a must-see for anyone with an interest in Oregon history. This structure was built as a trading post on The Dalles Military Road in the mid-1800's. Chinese businessman Lung On and herbal doctor Ing Hay worked out of this building. Dr. Hay administered care to the Chinese gold-mine workers, pioneers, and others from the John Day area and beyond by using traditional Chinese remedies.
Built to preserve the legacy of the Chinese workforce in Oregon, the museum contains artifacts and displays that share some of the trials of everyday life of these people.
The museum is open seven days a week, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. The museum
closes Sept. 30, 2006, for the season and re-opens May 1. Call (541)
575-2800 or (800) 551-6949 for more information.
This museum offers historical interpretive exhibits and interpretive tours.
Where:
NW 1st Avenue
John Day, Oregon
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