Chinese Menus

Chinese restaurants have had a long history in American culture. From the 1800s, Chinese immigrants have been coming to the United States in hopes of a better future. They brought with them music, language, arts, science and foodways. In the small city of Salem, three different Chinese restaurants existed in the first half of the twentieth century. Each adapted in some way to American culture to fit in. 

Curated by: Katerina Hitollari, Brendan Gookin, Jessica Potter, Sandra Joseph