Timelines

These timelines provide a brief overview of major events and historic moments in the history of the Chinese Progressive Movement in Boston

CPA Timeline


This timeline details the development of the Chinese Progressive Association in Boston from its founding in 1977 to the successful campaign for a permanent office in 2006. These dates and events were self-selected by the CPA for an anniversary event to illustrate their own greatest achievements and most influential moments.

Parcel C Timeline


This timeline chronicles the struggle between Chinatown residents and the City of Boston over the proposed development of Parcel C in Chinatown. The New England Medical Center had negotiated with the City to build a multi-story parking garage on Parcel C which had previously been promised to Chinatown as land for a community center. The Association's advocacy, along with that of other community groups, led to the withdrawal of the Medical Center's plan. Chinatown was formally granted land for a community center, and discussions over future development began in the late 1990s.