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Opening Reception for 'Umico Niwa: Memory Palace'
In-person

Opening Reception for 'Umico Niwa: Memory Palace'

25 Jun 2025
6 - 8 p.m.
Join the opening reception for 'Memory Palace' by Japanese artist Umico Niwa and enjoy a magical evening of scavenger hunts!
Korean Language Classes

Korean Language Class: Level I (Fall 2025)

Expand your knowledge of language and culture with our Level I Korean language classes for adults!
Mei Semones in Concert with Lionmilk
In-person

Mei Semones in Concert With Lionmilk

13 Jul 2025
7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Catch Mei Semones live as she presents her lush, genre-blurring debut album 'Animaru,' with a special set from Lionmilk!
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Explore Asia educational exhibition PROMO 0172

Explore Asia

Travel across Asia without ever leaving Houston through Asia Society Texas' permanent 'Explore Asia' exhibition, highlighting five Asian countries across six unique experiences!
Umico Niwa: 'Memory Palace'

Umico Niwa: Memory Palace

25 Jun 2025 - 12 Oct 2025
Japanese artist Umico Niwa delights with 'Memory Palace', a sculptural scavenger hunt that unfolds across overlooked spaces.
Hung Hsien, Floating without End, 1970. Diptych, ink and color on paper.

Hung Hsien: Between Worlds

16 Apr 2025 - 21 Sep 2025
'Between Worlds' celebrates the artistic legacy of Hung Hsien, in over 50 paintings spanning her 70-year career.

Plan Your Visit

Learn about hours, parking, accessibility, and more as you plan your visit at Asia Society Texas.
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Enjoy the Benefits of Membership

Asia Society Texas members enjoy exclusive benefits while helping us celebrate vibrant cultures and contribute to a shared future.
AsiaFest 2022 - Instruments Demonstration

Enjoy All-Ages Fun

Find all-ages events — from festivals to workshops — at Asia Society Texas!

Events

In-person

2025 Young Leaders Institute: South Korea's Global Impact

23 Jun 2025
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
In this week-long session, high school students will examine impacts of South Korea's technology, soft power, and politics.
In-person

Opening Reception for 'Umico Niwa: Memory Palace'

25 Jun 2025
6 - 8 p.m.
Join the opening reception for 'Memory Palace' by Japanese artist Umico Niwa and enjoy a magical evening of scavenger hunts!
In-person

Film Screening and Concert: A Tribute to Larry Ramos, Featuring The Association

27 Jun 2025
6 - 8 p.m.
Celebrate the legacy of musical trailblazer Larry Ramos with a documentary screening and concert featuring 'The Association'.
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In-person

Art Tour: 'Hung Hsien: Between Worlds'

28 Jun 2025
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join a docent-led tour of 'Hung Hsien: Between Worlds'!
In-person

2025 Culture Camp: Legends and Lore: A Puppetry Mini Camp [SOLD OUT]

30 Jun 2025
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
In this three-day summer camp, discover the magic of theater through diverse puppetry traditions and create your own puppets.
In-person

2025 Culture Camp: Manga POP! [SOLD OUT]

07 Jul 2025
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
In this week-long summer camp, create comics inspired by Japanese manga, bringing your stories to life on paper and the web.
In-person

Mei Semones in Concert With Lionmilk

13 Jul 2025
7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Catch Mei Semones live as she presents her lush, genre-blurring debut album 'Animaru,' with a special set from Lionmilk!
Buy Tickets
In-person

2025 Young Leaders Institute: Issues in International Security

14 Jul 2025
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
In this week-long session, high school students will explore challenges and solutions for security and human rights.
In-person

[MEMBERS ONLY] Experimental Ikebana Workshop with Umico Niwa

15 Jul 2025
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Step into the world of contemporary artist Umico Niwa for a members-only tour and workshop inspired by 'Memory Palace'.
In-person

2025 Culture Camp: Tech and Tales: Stop-Motion and STEM [SOLD OUT]

21 Jul 2025
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
In this week-long summer camp, use STEM concepts to create stop-motion animation stories inspired by Asian art and culture.

Art Tour: 'Hung Hsien: Between Worlds'

26 Jul 2025
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join a docent-led tour of 'Hung Hsien: Between Worlds'!
In-person

The Spirit of Punjab: A Folk Music Journey With Riyaaz Qawwali

26 Jul 2025
7:30 - 9 p.m.
Celebrate the rich heritage of Punjabi Sufi music with Riyaaz Qawwali!
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In-person

2025 Young Leaders Institute: The Future of Energy

28 Jul 2025
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
In this week-long session, high school students will investigate energy trends, climate policies, and links to development.
In-person

Korean Language Class: Level I (Mondays, Fall 2025)

04 Aug 2025
5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Expand your knowledge of language and culture with our Level I Korean language classes for adults!
In-person

Korean Language Class: Level I (Tuesdays, Fall 2025)

05 Aug 2025
5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Expand your knowledge of language and culture with our Level I Korean language classes for adults!
In-person

Kamayan: A Hands-On Filipino Feast!

09 Aug 2025
6 - 9 p.m.
Gather around a traditional Kamayan table and enjoy a hands-on Filipino dining experience!
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In-person

Art Tour: 'Hung Hsien: Between Worlds'

30 Aug 2025
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join a docent-led tour of 'Hung Hsien: Between Worlds'!
In-person

19th Annual Texas Classic Sumo Tournament

30 Aug 2025
1 - 4 p.m.
Experience the excitement of competitive sumo matches featuring some of the best athletes in the sport!
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Online

JLF Houston

06 Sep 2025
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
JLF Houston returns to present acclaimed authors and thinkers exploring the issues that resonate with our times.
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In-person

Lea Salonga in Concert: Stage, Screen & Everything In Between

13 Sep 2025
8 - 9:30 p.m.
Watch musical theater royalty Lea Salonga and her tour 'Stage, Screen & Everything In Between' to Miller Outdoor Theatre.
In-person

Art Tour: 'Hung Hsien: Between Worlds'

20 Sep 2025
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join a docent-led tour of 'Hung Hsien: Between Worlds'!
In-person

Amanda Ekery: 'Árabe'

04 Oct 2025
7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Join Amanda Ekery as she shares her new album and book, Árabe, about the shared history and culture between Syria and Mexico.
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In-person

Huffington Award Dinner 2025

21 Oct 2025
6 - 8:30 p.m.
The 2025 recipient of Asia Society Texas' Roy M. Huffington Award is The Chao Family.

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