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Lifelong Learning | Tai Chi and Qigong | Level I Language Classes | Architecture Tours | Art Tours


Asia Society Texas's Adult Education Program provides affordable instruction on a wide variety of Asian topics. The goal is to engage the adult community and increase knowledge of Asian arts, culture, history, politics, and customs.

The Texas Center works with partners from across the Houston educational community. Class instructors may come from local universities, nonprofits, community centers, and businesses. When available, experts visiting Houston to speak at the public programs will also speak to Adult Education classes.


Tai Chi and Qigong

Courses in Tai Chi provide a basic introduction to the value of Tai Chi for its 21st century practical applications to reduce stress and improve your health. Qigong, direct from the Wudang Mountains of China, is the foundation and predecessor of Tai Chi.

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Level I Language Classes

Build a foundation in Korean through weekly classes for adult language learners!

Korean Language Classes

Korean Language Class: Level I
Mondays, January 9 – May 22, 2023, 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Tuesdays, January 10 – May 23, 2023, 5:30–8:30 p.m.

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American Mah Jongg Class

Want to learn to play American Mah Jongg? In five daily classes, learn the history of the game and the American rules, strategies, and sequence of play.

American Mah Jongg Classes

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Architecture Tours

Guided tours of Asia Society Texas Center provide opportunities to see Yoshio Taniguchi's first free-standing structure in the United States. They focus on the materials, influences, and ambience of the building and are free for Members, $5 for Students and Seniors, and $8 for Nonmembers.

Grand Hall

Click on the link(s) below to RSVP or buy tickets.

Saturday, March 19, 2022
Saturday, April 9, 2022
Saturday, May 14, 2022
Saturday, July 2, 2022

Tour stops will include:

  • The Brown Foundation Performing Arts Theater
  • Edward Rudge Allen III Education Center
  • Elkins Foundation Water Garden
  • Fayez Sarofim Grand Hall
  • The Water Garden Terrace

Tour Tips

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour. Groups arriving more than 15 minutes prior to scheduled start time should remain in our Grand Hall until tour staff and docents are ready. Latecomers may join the tour in progress.
  • Tours last approximately 60 minutes and involve a minimal amount of walking. Wheelchair access is available throughout the building.
  • Photography without flash is permitted for all current exhibitions. Photography permission for future exhibitions is dependent on agreements between loaning institutions and Asia Society Texas exhibitions staff.

To schedule a group tour outside of these designated days, please fill out the form below or contact Phuong Ha at PHa@AsiaSociety.org.

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Art Tours

Docent-led tours of Asia Society Texas’ exhibitions allow visitors to experience art on a personal level, learn about art historical periods and styles, and hear stories associated with the artwork. Art tours are free for Members, $5 for Students and Seniors, and $8 for Nonmembers.

New Cartographies Art Tour

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Saturday, March 19, 2022
Saturday, April 9, 2022
Saturday, May 14, 2022
Saturday, May 21. 2022
Saturday, May 28, 2022
Saturday, July 2, 2022

Tour Tips

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour. Groups arriving more than 15 minutes prior to scheduled start time should remain in our Grand Hall until tour staff and docents are ready. Latecomers may join the tour in progress.
  • Tours last approximately 60 minutes and involve a minimal amount of walking. Wheelchair access is available throughout the building.
  • Photography without flash is permitted for all current exhibitions. Photography permission for future exhibitions is dependent on agreements between loaning institutions and Asia Society Texas Center exhibitions staff.
  • All food and beverages are prohibited in the Louisa Stude Sarofim Gallery.

Health and Safety Protocols

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, additional policies and procedures are in place to protect the health and safety of our guests, staff, and docents. Learn more about our health and safety guidelines.

To schedule a group tour outside of these designated days, please fill out the form below or contact Phuong Ha at PHa@AsiaSociety.org.

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Education and outreach programs at Asia Society Texas Center are made possible through generous support provided Karen Chang, the George and Mary Hamman Foundation, and by Friends of Asia Society Texas Center.

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