Qingming Festival Lecture
Join us for a special presentation by Jennifer Fang, Ph.D., at two historic cemeteries. These events are designed to give visitors a range of options to learn more about Oregon’s Chinese history.
Learn about the cultural and historical connections of each cemetery to Oregon’s Chinese American community and the traditions of Qingming (Tomb Sweeping), a holiday honoring deceased ancestors and caring for graves.
Saturday, April 13
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Lone Fir Cemetery at Block 14
Parking on SE 26th Avenue between Stark and Morrison. Event located in the southwest corner of cemetery.
For visitors planning to attend Friends of Lone Fir’s monthly historic tour at 10:00 a.m., this lecture will be one of the stops. If you do not have a reservation for the tour, click here to secure your spot. You do not need a reservation if you are planning to meet at Block 14 for the lecture only.
Saturday, April 13
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at River View Cemetery
Enter at SW Taylors Ferry and park near the mausoleum. Event located inside the Adams Chapel.
To RSVP, please use this form.
Contact president.lfcf@gmail.com with any questions. Dress for Oregon spring weather.