“Boston’s Chinatown formed in the 1870s as a hub of survival and opportunity. For over 150 years, it has withstood development, pollution, Chinese Exclusion, violence, immigration raids, displacement, and ongoing gentrification. While it’s one of Boston’s most densely-populated residential districts, Chinatown’s footprint — and green spaces — continue to shrink.

To imagine a greener future for Chinatown means to dream big; to manifest, free from oppression and against all odds, a community so fantastically lush and abundant that wildlife returns. That we experience a sighting of the mythological Fenghuang, a symbol of interconnectedness, peace, prosperity, and new beginnings. Depicted with it are the “Four Gentlemen”: the chrysanthemum, plum blossom, orchid, and bamboo, representing the four seasons; as well as a butterfly, crane, and panda. This imagery is inspired by traditional Chinese bird-and-flower paintings that evoke the resilience and appreciation of natural beauty.”