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Chinese Temple and Museum Complex

Oroville Chinese Temple. Photo courtesy Sue Fawn Chung.
Oroville Chinese Temple. Photo courtesy Sue Fawn Chung.

Built in 1863 to serve the largest community of Chinese north of Sacramento, this temple of treasures is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and also as a California Landmark. It was first opened to visitors during California’s 1949 Centennial. Although it is now a museum, it is still an active temple and used occasionally for worship.

Hours: Open 7 days a week 12:00-4:00pm. Closed Holidays and Dec. 15-Jan. 31
Admission: $3 Adults ($2.50/each for AAA members or groups of 15 or more) Children Under 12 Free
Contact: (530) 538-2496

Location: 1500 Broderick St
City: Oroville
State: CA
ZIP: 95965
County: Butte County
Submitted by: Sue Fawn Chung

Additional Features:
California Historical Landmark, National Register of Historic Places, Temple

Land Ownership:
Non-profit

Website:
http://www.cityoforoville.org/index.aspx?page=129

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