It's a celebration throughout the month of May! Asian Pacific American Heritage Month highlights the experiences and influence of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPI). Learn more about the history and notable community figures in this Asian Pacific American Heritage Month blog.
Activities To Enjoy
There are a variety of ways to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! Check out the list below!
Virtual Opportunities (Free)
- Asian Art Museum, opens a new window of San Francisco, California
- Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA), opens a new window of New York, New York
- Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art of Washington DC
- The Many Faces of Colorado: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage, opens a new window digital gallery (Denver Public Library, opens a new window) by Alejandro Hernández
In-Person Opportunities (Some Events May Require Purchase)
Asian & Pacific Islander Public Art Tour, opens a new window (Denver, Colorado) (Free)
Second Annual Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI+) Festival, opens a new window at the Denver Zoo (Cost)
- May 6-7, 10:15 am- 5 pm, *General Admission Ticket Required
2023 BAH - DenverArt Museum, opens a new window (Denver, Colorado) (Cost)
- May 9, 5:30-7:30 pm
2023 Stanley Night Market, opens a new window (Aurora, Colorado) (Free)
- May 13, 12-8 pm
Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month through Music, opens a new window (Arvada, Colorado) (Cost)
- May 20, 3:30- 4:30 pm
2023 Colorado Rapids AAPI Night, opens a new window (Commerce City, Colorado) (Cost)
- May 20, 7:30-10 pm
2023 Asian American Hero of Colorado Awards Ceremony, opens a new window (Aurora, Colorado) (Cost)
- May 21, 10 am- 12 pm
2023 BAH - ACC Cultural Experiences Series - Mongolian Community, opens a new window (Centennial, Colorado) (Cost)
- May 24, 5:30-8 pm
Look to the Books!
Commemorate the month with young children by exploring the cultures, traditions, and unique experiences of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. Take a look at the following booklist for ideas!
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