Donnie Chin International Children's Park is a small neighborhood park in Seattle's Chinatown-International District, at 700 S Lane St. Its playground mixes familiar climbing equipment with drums and spinning toys, and a bronze dragon sculpture by Gerard Tsutakawa gives children something distinctive to climb. The park is named for local community member Donnie Chin. With grass, tables and a playground, it makes a useful pause for families exploring the area; bring lunch if you want to eat outdoors.
Play equipment and sculptures
The playground combines conventional climbing equipment with drums and spinning toys. A bronze dragon by Seattle sculptor Gerard Tsutakawa is a central feature, and children can climb on it.
A 2012 renovation added three more sculptures, created by Stuart Nakamura.
A park named for Donnie Chin
The park bears the name of Donnie Chin, a local community member whose murder remains unsolved. Its grass and picnic tables provide space to pause in the Chinatown-International District.
FAQ
Where is Donnie Chin International Children's Park?
It is at 700 S Lane St in Seattle's Chinatown-International District.
What can children do at the park?
The playground has climbing equipment, drums and spinning toys. Children can also climb on a bronze dragon sculpture by Gerard Tsutakawa.
Is there space for a picnic?
Yes. The park has grass and tables; bring your own lunch.
