Bing Kong Tong Building

The Bing Kong Tong Building was the site for many celebrations such as this in its heyday. It was built after the Main Street fire of 1926. The Bing Kong Tong served many functions to the Chinese community. The first floor was a cultural language school for the children as well as a Chinese community hall. The second floor was a temple for Chinese men only and a room for the visiting Bing Kong Tong Association officers.

Today this building is in need of restoration for its future use as a museum for the IBAHS and also to meet again for future celebrations for all residents and visitors of Isleton. This project has been funded in part by a grant from the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Click "comments" and post any feedback concerning the Tong Building under this blog.

Japanese Buddhist Temple

The Japanese Buddhist minister and the Young Mens' Association are proudly photographed in 1935 in front of their Buddhist Temple, which served as their temple of worship and also as their community hall of celebration. This temple still stands at 409 F Street. It is now the All Nations Church of God.