Clean Up Chinatown
1st of February @ 6pm
Welcome to Clean Up Chinatown Day - Preserving Our Heritage
Filthy Chinatown Archway is a embarrassment to all Chinese
Neglected and forlorn, the Chinatown Archway stands as a testament to the passage of time, wrapped in a shroud of neglect. In the haunting stillness of the photograph, cobwebs drape themselves languidly across the once-proud monument, intricately weaving a tale of abandonment. Layers of accumulated grease and grime have etched their presence, casting a shadow upon the Archway's intricate details. The monument, now obscured by the dirt of years gone by, paints a poignant picture of neglect and serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for cleaning.
We invite you to join us in a community initiative to revive and protect the heart of our cultural identity - Chinatown. Recent neglect of the iconic Chinatown Archway in Sydney has sparked a call to action. As Australian-born Chinese, we understand the importance of preserving the rich heritage that Chinatown represents especially before the lunar new year.
Event Overview: Clean Up Chinatown Day - Thursday, 1st February at 6 pm
Location: Dixon Street Chinatown Archway
Date and Time: Thursday, 1st February, 6:00 pm
Our Objectives:
Revitalize and Restore: Breathe new life into the Chinatown Archway and its surroundings, ensuring our cultural landscape remains vibrant for future generations.
Foster Community Pride: Cultivate a deep sense of pride among Australian-born Chinese, strengthening our community bonds and resilience.
Commitment to Heritage: Showcase our unwavering commitment to preserving the rich heritage, traditions, and stories that form the cornerstone of Chinatown.
Event Activities:
Gathering: Unite as a community at the Dixon Street Chinatown Archway to celebrate and restore the history and vitality of our Chinatown.
Activities: Engage in hands-on restoration tasks, purposeful fundraising, and sincere dialogue about the significance of Chinatown.
Promotion: Share personal stories and images on social media using relevant hashtags. Collaborate with local partners to amplify the event's reach.
Volunteer Recruitment: Encourage businesses and individuals to be the pillars of this initiative. Involve schools and cultural organizations to ensure the continuity of our traditions.
Follow-up: Express gratitude to all participants and propose ongoing initiatives, including the formation of a maintenance committee.
Once regal, now weathered and green, the stone lion, its paint peeling, reveals bare concrete to the elements. Time has exposed the once-vibrant sculpture, a silent call for preservation.
Conclusion:
Clean Up Chinatown Day is a call deeply rooted in love for Australia, a profound connection to our cultural heritage, and an unbreakable thread that binds us to Chinatown's history. Join us on Thursday, 1st February, at 6 pm, as we stand together to protect the legacy of our ancestors and build a Chinatown we can proudly call our own. With Chinese New Year just around the corner, let's act urgently to honor the tradition of cleaning before the new year.
Your participation matters. Together, let's preserve the essence of Chinatown and create a legacy for generations to come.
Bring your own products
BYO (Bring Your Own) essentials for our community cleanup! Please bring soap or detergent, a brush, cloth, gloves, a scraper, a rubbish bag, tongs for picking up litter, and a broom and spade. Your contribution of these items will help make our Clean Up Chinatown Day a success. Let's come together and make a positive impact on our beloved Chinatown!
Bottle of Water
Visit Harbour Plaza to grab a refreshing bottle of water! Stay hydrated and enjoy a complimentary drink on us. Feel free to drop by and collect your water bottle at your convenience. Cheers to staying refreshed!
