Northeastern University Tier 1
The Tier 1 Seed Grant/Proof of Concept Program at Northeastern University funded a participatory research study of open and third spaces in Boston Chinatown (2023-2025).
The Tier 1 Seed Grant/Proof of Concept Program at Northeastern University funded a participatory research study of open and third spaces in Boston Chinatown (2023-2025).
Research Team
Co-Investigators:
Research Assistants:
- Remi Messier
- Eva Guo
- Graham Moitoso
- Ethan Matthews
- Kelly Wang
- Katrina Hsu
OPEN SPACES IN BOSTON CHINATOWN
“Open Spaces in Boston Chinatown” examined the physical features and usage patterns of seven neighborhood open spaces: Auntie Kay & Uncle Frank Chin Park, Mary Soo Hoo Park, Phillips Square, Reggie Wong Memorial Park, One Greenway Park, Tai Tung Village Park, and Elliot Norton Park. For each site, researchers mapped surrounding land uses, physical features of open space, usage/behavioral patterns, and perceived demographics of open space users.
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PERCEIVED CHANGES IN THE COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPE OF BOSTON CHINATOWN
“Perceived Changes in the Commercial Landscape of Boston Chinatown” is a qualitative study exploring how community members visit and perceive Chinatown shops and stores along with their recent changes through semi-structured interviews.
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Image Credit: Boston Discovery Guide