San Francisco's Chinatown Lights Up with New Artistic Lanterns

🏮San Francisco's Chinatown is lighting up with new lanterns that merge contemporary art with the traditional culture.

🎨Bay Area artist Bree Gibson took on the project of creating a new lantern that pays homage to the work and heritage of Chinatown.

🌆The lanterns aim to integrate with the existing iconic red lanterns on Grant Avenue and other streets in Chinatown.

👥The lanterns are part of the Edge on the Square's multigenerational programming, honoring the past while connecting with the future.

🌉The lanterns attract visitors from both the local community and beyond Chinatown, aiming to increase foot traffic and support local businesses.

What is the purpose of the new lanterns in San Francisco's Chinatown?

—The purpose of the new lanterns is to merge contemporary art with the traditional culture of Chinatown, honoring the heritage and connecting it with the future.

Who designed the new lanterns?

—Bay Area artist Bree Gibson designed the new lanterns, taking great care to give nod to the work and heritage of Chinatown.

Do the new lanterns integrate with the existing red lanterns in Chinatown?

—Yes, the new lanterns integrate with the existing red lanterns on Grant Avenue and other streets in Chinatown.

What is the goal of Edge on the Square's multigenerational programming?

—The goal is to honor the past and heritage while connecting with the future, creating a bridge between generations.

Who are the lanterns aimed at attracting?

—The lanterns are aimed at attracting both the local community and visitors from beyond Chinatown, increasing foot traffic and supporting local businesses.

00:01San Francisco's Chinatown lights up with new lanterns that merge contemporary art with the traditional culture.

00:06Bay Area artist Bree Gibson designs a special lantern to integrate with the existing red lanterns in Chinatown.

01:00The new lanterns are part of Edge on the Square's multigenerational programming, aiming to connect the past and the future.

01:46Supervisor Aaron Peskin encourages people to visit Chinatown and experience the new lanterns, which are meant for everyone in San Francisco and the Bay Area.

02:08The lanterns manifest into a 3D reality, attracting visitors and enhancing the arts and culture scene in Chinatown.