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Enjoy the Benefits of Membership

Join today and enjoy free exhibitions, discounted ticket prices, member-only events, and much more!
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Pondi

Pondicheri's museum café serves Indian-inspired cuisine such as butter chicken, saffron shrimp salad, and roti wraps.
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Space Rental

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"Tsuruya Kōkei: Modern Kabuki Prints Revised & Revisited" Opens in its Final American Venue at Asia Society Texas Center

Only the second U.S. museum to host the exhibition "Tsuruya Kōkei: Modern Kabuki Prints Revised & Revisited," Asia Society will also serve as its final American venue.
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Performance

Concert: Grand Tapestry

25 Oct 2019
7:30 - 10 p.m.
Rock out on the hill and experience a dynamic new sound where rap and world music collide in this concert by Grand Tapestry at Miller Outdoor Theatre.
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Asia Society Texas Center Honors Princess Zahra Aga Khan with Annual Huffington Award

Asia Society Texas Center presented its annual Roy M. Huffington Award to Princess Zahra Aga Khan who was honored for her outstanding commitment to advancing healthcare and education around the world.
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Discussion

The Iran Crisis: Economic Sanctions, Escalating Tensions, and the Nuclear Deal

22 Oct 2019
6:15 - 7:30 p.m.
The volatility of U.S.–Iran relations has become a leading concern not only in the respective countries but across the globe. Join Asia Society Texas Center as Suzanne Maloney of the Brookings Institution discusses the ongoing Iran crisis.
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Asia Society Launches the 2019-2020 Bank of America Women’s Leadership Series with Former PepsiCo Chairman and CEO Indra Nooyi

Former PepsiCo Chairman and CEO Indra Nooyi received an enthusiastic welcome from a sold-out program as Asia Society Texas Center launched its fifth year of the Bank of America Women’s Leadership Series.
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Meet the Author

What Makes An American?: A Story of Global Migration and Its Impact on Houston

24 Oct 2019
5:45 - 7:30 p.m.
A conversation with "New York Times" reporter Jason DeParle and Ali Noorani, executive director of the National Immigration Forum, for a discussion on how global migration has impacted and contributed to the Greater Houston area.
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Events

Class

Korean Language Class: Level I

26 Aug 2019
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Asia Society Texas Center, in partnership with the Houston Korean Education Center, is pleased to offer Korean Language classes for adults who would like to learn the Korean language at a beginner level.
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Chinese Language and Culture Class

09 Sep 2019
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Through hands-on activities, cooking demonstrations, games, and technology, adult language learners will explore Chinese culture and language in a fun, supportive, and engaging way.
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Qigong and Tai Chi with Henderson Smith: Level I (Fall II Session)

07 Oct 2019
6 - 7 p.m.
Looking to improve your health, focus, and flexibility? Ready to reduce stress? Experience a holistic approach for improving your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
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Class

Qigong and Tai Chi with Henderson Smith: Level II (Fall II Session)

07 Oct 2019
7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Take your physical and mental health to the next level. Refine your movements, deepen your practice, sharpen your focus, and improve your Wu Dang Mountain Tai Chi form.
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Discussion

The Iran Crisis: Economic Sanctions, Escalating Tensions, and the Nuclear Deal

22 Oct 2019
6:15 - 7:30 p.m.
The volatility of U.S.–Iran relations has become a leading concern not only in the respective countries but across the globe. Join Asia Society Texas Center as Suzanne Maloney of the Brookings Institution discusses the ongoing Iran crisis.
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Meet the Author

What Makes An American?: A Story of Global Migration and Its Impact on Houston

24 Oct 2019
5:45 - 7:30 p.m.
A conversation with "New York Times" reporter Jason DeParle and Ali Noorani, executive director of the National Immigration Forum, for a discussion on how global migration has impacted and contributed to the Greater Houston area.
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Performance

Concert: Grand Tapestry

25 Oct 2019
7:30 - 10 p.m.
Rock out on the hill and experience a dynamic new sound where rap and world music collide in this concert by Grand Tapestry at Miller Outdoor Theatre.
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Sheng Reimagined: A Night with Wu Wei

26 Oct 2019
7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Bringing an ancient traditional Chinese instrument into the modern musical context, award-winning soloist Wu Wei brings his unique talent and experiences to an intimate and interactive evening performance.
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Panel Discussion

American Success Stories: Houston's Self-Made Asian Entrepreneurs

30 Oct 2019
6:15 - 7:30 p.m.
Hear personal stories from some of Houston's self-made Asian entrepreneurs, as well as their perspectives on the economic opportunities available for current and future minority entrepreneurs in Houston.
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Meet the Artist

Artist Talk: Xiaoze Xie on "Amber of History: Reinventing the Library Cave in Dunhuang"

05 Nov 2019
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Celebrated artist Xiaoze Xie will discuss the significance of the Dunhuang cave complex to his creative practice, and its role in his current projects

American First National Bank Night Market 2019

08 Nov 2019
6 - 10 p.m.
Our annual Night Market is bigger and better than ever! Enjoy after-hours access to two new exhibitions, live music, a curated selection of food + home goods + art + apparel from local artisans, and a ticketed beer garden.
Class

"The Majestic Lion" of the Kabuki Theater Workshop

09 Nov 2019
10 - 11:30 a.m.
Kabuki master Nakamura Gankyō will take workshop participants on a journey through this unique Japanese theatrical style, demonstrating highlights from dance drama "Mirror Lion" (Shunkyō Kagami jishi) followed by an interactive workshop.
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Tour

Architecture Tour

09 Nov 2019
2 - 3 p.m.
Explore Yoshio Taniguchi's first free-standing structure in the United States.
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Tour

Art Tour

09 Nov 2019
3 - 4 p.m.
Join Asia Society Texas Center for a docent-led tour of the exhibition "Tsuruya Kōkei: Modern Kabuki Prints Revised & Revisited."
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Class

Art Class: Woodblock Printing

11 Nov 2019
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Join us for a three-class series to learn the art of creating block prints. Participants will create a 2-color reduction print using linoleum printing blocks that they cut themselves, then create prints using traditional Japanese methods.
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Russia, China, and the U.S.: Solutions for Mitigating Small-Stakes Crises

12 Nov 2019
6:30 - 8 p.m.
Join Asia Society and the World Affairs Council of Greater Houston for a conversation with Michael O'Hanlon on his new book and an examination of how to deter war through a credible set of responses
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Discussion

Current U.S.–China Relations and Its Impact on Europe

14 Nov 2019
6:15 - 7:30 p.m.
Join Rudolf Scharping, German politician and former Federal Minister of Defense, at Asia Society Texas Center as he discusses U.S.–China relations from the European perspective, and how Europe might be affected by these tensions.
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Film

"Yellow Rose" Film Screening

15 Nov 2019
7:30 - 9 p.m.
An immigration story of self-discovery following the journey of Rose, an undocumented Filipino girl who searches for a home in the honky-tonk scene of Austin, Texas.
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Class

Health and Wellness Retreat: A Peek Inside Mind–Body Medicine

16 Nov 2019
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Learn to float in that ocean of stress we call life. Find calm at the center of your storm. In just three hours, develop a set of skills that will empower you to experience greater well-being.
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"Nailed It" Film Screening

17 Nov 2019
3 - 4:30 p.m.
How did Vietnamese Americans come to dominate the $8 billion nail economy? From Los Angeles to the Bronx, 'Nailed It' introduces the diverse personalities behind this booming trade.
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Panel Discussion

Clean Energy Cooperation in Asia: The Role of China and the U.S.

19 Nov 2019
6:15 - 7:30 p.m.
A discussion on the state of clean energy in Asia, including current challenges and obstacles, and what the U.S. and China can contribute to accelerating the region's transition to renewable energy.
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Panel Discussion

Seasonal and Local: Houston's New Take on Japanese Cuisine

07 Dec 2019
1:45 - 3 p.m.
Shun Japanese Kitchen's Chef Naoki Yoshida draws upon his diverse experience to explore how to combine a personal, authentic approach to Japanese cuisine with a considered business strategy to succeed in Houston's Japanese culinary scene.
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Tour

Architecture Tour

14 Dec 2019
2 - 3 p.m.
Explore Yoshio Taniguchi's first free-standing structure in the United States.
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Tour

Art Tour

14 Dec 2019
3 - 4 p.m.
Join Asia Society Texas Center for a docent-led tour of the exhibition "Tsuruya Kōkei: Modern Kabuki Prints Revised & Revisited."
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