Asian Pacific American Heritage Month at Asia Society

Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with Asia Society

Asia Society celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with events, interviews, and a spotlight on the accomplishments of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs). Check back regularly for new events, interviews with prominent AAPIs in their field, podcasts, videos, archival content, and more.

Upcoming Events

Chef Ming Tsai
Online
Lecture
 /  New York

Cooking Along With Chef Ming Tsai

18 May 2022
6 - 7 p.m.
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Part of Asia Society's virtual cooking series featuring rice during Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM), make MingsBings and lobster and shrimp fried rice alongside acclaimed chef Ming Tsai.
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In-person
Special Event
 /  New York

2022 Asia Arts Game Changer Awards

19 May 2022
6 - 10 p.m.
A gala celebration honoring the Asia Arts Game Changers.
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At Home in Asiatown Virtual Tours B
Online
Tour
 /  Texas

At Home in Asiatown Virtual Tour

19 May 2022
6 - 7 p.m.
Houston Time
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Explore Houston's Asiatown from the comfort of home! Whether you've never been to Houston or want to learn more about the city you love, our live interactive tours offer a chance to dive into the history and culture of a slice of our city.
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Watercress
Online
Family Activity
 /  New York

'Watercress'

21 May 2022
10:30 - 11 a.m.
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The Center for Global Education is pleased to present, Watercress, an autobiographical story of a child of immigrants discovering and connecting with her heritage, followed by a discussion with renowned illustrator, Jason Chin.
Art Tours: Making Home
In-person
Tour
 /  Texas

Art Tour: 'Making Home: Artists and Immigration'

21 May 2022
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join Asia Society Texas for an in-depth, docent-led tour of our newest exhibition 'Making Home: Artists and Immigration'.
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ASSC 2022 Gala
In-person
Special Event
 /  Southern California

2022 Annual Gala

22 May 2022
7 - 9 p.m.
After two years of virtual celebrations, gather with us in person once again for a festive evening honoring leaders: Eileen Gu, Chloe Kim, Stella Li, Takeshi Niinami, and the cast and crew of "Pachinko."

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 /  Northern California

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 /  New York

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 /  New York

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Michelle Zauner Bryan Washington
In-person
Discussion
 /  Texas

Michelle Zauner in Conversation With Bryan Washington [SOLD OUT]

15 May 2022
7 - 9 p.m.
Join Asia Society Texas for a conversation with indie rockstar Michelle Zauner on the development of her memoir, the origins and successes of Japanese Breakfast, writing about food, and how her family and Korean heritage influenced her art.
My Tree
Online
Family Activity
 /  New York

'My Tree'

14 May 2022
10:30 - 11 a.m.
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The Center for Global Education is thrilled to present, My Tree, a story about the struggle felt by many immigrant children around the world. Join us for a reading followed by an artistic demonstration provided by illustrator, Il Sung Na.
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Online
Discussion
 /  Northern California

Cooking Along With Chef George Chen

12 May 2022
5 - 5:30 p.m.
San Francisco Time
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Part of Asia Society's Virtual Cooking Series during AAPI Heritage Month — join to win 2 prizes!
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In-person
Discussion
 /  Texas

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11 May 2022
6 - 8 p.m.
As part of our Muslim Series and Women's Leadership Series, join Asia Society Texas as Huma Abedin reflects on her career in public service, family, faith, and fortitude as shared in her memoir "Both/And: A Life in Many Worlds"
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 /  New York

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11 May 2022
6 - 8:30 p.m.
Recognizing the outstanding contributions of inspiring and impactful Asian Pacific Americans in the workforce.
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 /  Texas

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07 May 2022
4 - 8 p.m.
In partnership with the Islamic Arts Society, join us on our festival lawn to celebrate Eid al-Fitr through food, performances, artist demonstrations, activities, and games!

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CGE's #ownvoices Virtual Reading Room will feature authors of contemporary children’s fiction books about the Asian and Asian American experience. Authors will take questions or present an artistic or cultural activity after the reading!
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The actor and former political appointee talks about his upbringing, early professional struggles, and his embarrassing first encounter with Barack Obama.
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video
 /  Philippines

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Asia Society Philippines launched a music video rendition of the song ‘You’ve Got To Be Carefully Taught’ with the participation of various Filipino Artists, and a campaign promoting a #StopAsianHate artwork by Elmer Borlongan.
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The Japanese Breakfast front woman explains why writing her first memoir 'Crying in H Mart' was more difficult than producing her albums.
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Designer Phillip Lim Doesn't Want To 'Stay In His Lane'

In an interview with Asia Blog, Lim talks about using his platform to create change — and what more the fashion industry can be doing to fight anti-Asian hate.
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The Wall Street Journal reporter talks to Asia Blog about her debut collection of short stories, which depict ordinary lives in China and of the Chinese diaspora.
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