How to Play Mahjong with Rob Chin

SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 2026 from 2 - 4 pm
at Espacio, 105 Congress Street, Salem, MA
(This event has passed.)

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 Event photos by Ebersole Photography

Mahjong is a traditional Chinese tile-based game that requires skill, strategy, and luck to win. In Hong Kong and many other parts of Asia, it’s a quintessential part of family gatherings and a popular activity for gossiping with friends and neighbors.

This beginner-friendly workshop is designed for newcomers. We’ll dive into the basics of how to play Mahjong with a focus on the standard Hong Kong-style ruleset. You’ll learn the names and values of each Mahjong tile, how to set up the wall and deal hands, and the fundamentals to forming & declaring a winning hand.

Enjoy a fun and casual atmosphere where the emphasis is on learning together! No prior experience is needed, so come relax, meet new people, and play some MJ!

Pay what you can! Our suggested sliding scale for registration is $10-20 per participant. Your contribution helps support more Lucky Knot Arts programming.

This event is open to participants ages 16 and up. Space is limited: register now to reserve your spot!

  • INSTRUCTOR

    Rob Chin 陳朗維 (he/they) was born and raised in the South Shore, and frequented Chinatown throughout their childhood for its bakeries, dim sum, and family banquets.

    He’s been working in the Chinatown nonprofits space since 2019, and is currently a program manager focused on community building and organizing through arts and culture. Aside from their love for Chinatown, Rob also enjoys archery and new culinary experiences!

  • 105 Congress St, Salem, MA

    Espacio is a dynamic, 2,000+ square foot programming space managed by North Shore Community Development Coalition in The Point neighborhood of Salem, MA.

    North Shore CDC is a 501(c)3 organization that provides affordable housing, workforce development, youth + young adult outreach services, community building, resident services, small business technical assistance, and public art + placemaking on the north of Boston. Our mission is to invest in neighborhoods to create thriving communities.

    @northshorecdc