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Written by Gary Noy
Maps by Sean Booth
Designed by Tom Fillebrown
The history of the Chinese in the Sierra Nevada and Foothills is long and rich. There are stories of major contributions of the Chinese to the fabric of our society reaching back decades and continuing today. There are stories of heroism and heartbreak. There are stories of resilience and resistance. And located throughout the region are historic sites highlighting the extraordinary and consequential culture of the Chinese.
The Sierra College Press booklet Chinese Historic and Heritage Sites: Sierra Nevada and Foothills is a guide to many of these historic and heritage sites in the 15 counties that comprise the Sierra Nevada and Foothills. The booklet features 61 historic and heritage sites, 16 county and regional maps, and 67 historic and contemporary photographs and illustrations.