May marks Asian Pacific American Heritage Month — a time to celebrate the culture, history, and contributions of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) community. Amidst the surge of Anti-Asian hate and acts of violence, it is more important than ever to uplift the voices of this community. Asia Society Texas Center has curated a calendar of 31 ways to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, complete with virtual events, book and movie lists, staff recommendations, learning opportunities, and much more.
Events
- May 13 at 7:30 pm EDT — Restoring and Revitalizing Alliances: A Look Ahead at U.S.–Republic of Korea Relations — Live webcast with a panel of experts
- May 18 at 8:00 pm EDT — Artist Talk: Hong Hong – On Material, Time, and Transference — Live webcast with artist Honh Hong to walk through her work in a new Houston exhibit
- May 20 at 1:00 pm EDT — Bystander Intervention Training — Tips and best practices for safely standing up to bigotry
Learning Opportunities
- Building Black and Asian Solidarity — A discussion on racism and bridging the gap between Asian and Black communities
- At-Home Adventures Through Asia — a series of lessons and activities for families to learn about Asian countries
- Understanding the Impact of COVID-19 on Asian Americans — A discussion on the economic, social, physical, and mental impact of the pandemic
Recommendations
- Jams and Bops Playlist — A curated Spotify playlist of music from AANHPI artists
- Book List — A list of staff-recommended books by AANHPI authors
- Food Guides — Guides to AANHPI-owned restaurants in Houston and recipes to cook at home
To read the full list and access resources, visit Asia Society’s original post.
