This May, Asia Society Texas Center (ASTC) invites everyone to participate in the celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM) with a daily calendar of activities highlighting the vibrant and diverse traditions and contributions of Asians and Asian Americans. With opportunities to engage in live programs — virtual and in-person alike — as well as a curated selection of FREE on-demand family activities, art breaks, staff recommendations, and more, the initiative offers a variety of ways to explore APAHM each day of the month.
Since 1979, May has been a dedicated time to celebrate Asian Pacific American heritage, but it wasn’t until 1992 that May was officially designated Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Selected to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese to the U.S. in May 1843 and the completion of the transcontinental railroad in May 1869 that was made possible by thousands of Chinese laborers, APAH Month elevates the stories, contributions, and experiences of the Asian and Asian American communities.
We invite our community to tune in for a live program, try a new restaurant, expand their bookshelf, and find inspiration to celebrate Asian Pacific American heritage and combat anti-Asian racism throughout the month of May and beyond.
More information at: asiasociety.org/APAHM2021 Download the printable PDF calendar of events here.
31 Ways to Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month at-a-Glance Live programming highlights:
- Saturday, May 1: Enjoy live standup and a conversation with comedian Sheng Wang!
- Thursday, May 6: Join us for a live discussion with Stop AAPI Hate co-founder Dr. Russell Jeung, Georgia State Rep. Bee Nguyen, Compassion in Oakland co-founder Katrina Ramos, and CNN anchor Amara Walker on how we can demand action and create change against anti-Asian racism.
- Friday, May 7: Watch Academy Award-nominated Minari at our outdoor film screening!
- Each Saturday, we’re offering docent-led art tours of our Shahidul Alam: Truth to Power
exhibition. On-demand highlights:
- Each Sunday, refresh and reset with staff recommendations for music, books, podcasts, and what to watch.
- On Mondays, take an art break! Connect with the art and architecture at Asia Society Texas Center, plus artist talks.
- Wednesdays offer At-Home Adventures through Asia — lesson plans highlighting a different country through five simple, at-home activities.
- On Fridays, explore restaurant options available in Houston or food content online!
About Asia Society Texas Center:
With 13 locations throughout the world, Asia Society is the leading educational organization promoting mutual understanding and strengthening partnerships among the peoples, leaders, and institutions of Asia and the West. Asia Society Texas Center executes the global mission with a local focus, enriching and engaging the vast diversity of Houston through innovative, relevant programs in arts and culture, business and policy, education, and community outreach.
