Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration

Celebrate the rich and diverse cultures of Asia and the Pacific Islands with a full day of engaging activities, hands-on crafts, and storytelling experiences for all ages!

Event Date
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Event Date
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Event Time
10:00 am
8:00 pm
10:00 am
8:00 pm
*The Museum opens at noon on Sundays.
Ages
All Ages
Admission
General Admission
Location
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About the Event

Celebrate the rich and diverse cultures of Asia and the Pacific Islands with a full day of engaging activities, hands-on crafts, and storytelling experiences for all ages. From traditional dance and music to artistic activities like calligraphy, this vibrant event offers a unique opportunity to explore the customs and creative expressions that make each culture so special.

WHATS HAPPENING

Polynesian Craft: Create your own beautiful Polynesian-inspired seashell necklace with Malia’s Hula Hut.

When: From 5 to 7 pm in Kids' Hall

Silambam Houston: Watch this beautiful performance as Indian classical arts come to life through dance, storytelling, and music!

When: At 5:30 pm in Brown Auditorium

Malia’s Hula Hut: Enjoy vibrant Polynesian music and dance with this lively performance that encourages audience participation!

When: At 6:30 pm in Brown Auditorium

Calligraphy Workshops: Join artist Junrui Garcia for a calligraphy workshop where you can explore the beauty and intricate techniques of this timeless art form!

Limit 15 participants ages 5+; signs up open one hour prior to each workshop.

When: At 5:15, 6, and 6:45 pm in Tree Top

ON-GOING ACTIVITIES

Cherry Blossoms: Learn about the cultural significance of cherry blossoms in Japanese tradition and create your own vibrant tissue paper blossoms to take home!

When: All Day in Kaleidoscope
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Event Date
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Event Date
Thu
May
15
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Thu
May
15
2025
Event Time
10:00 am
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8:00 pm
10:00 am
8:00 pm
Ages
All Ages
Admission
General Admission
Location
Disability Accessibility
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Please consider wearing a mask. Feeling sick? Come back when you feel better. Exposed to someone with COVID in the last 7 days? Please visit us another day. We remain committed to the safety of children, visitors, and our staff and follow CDC guidelines.
Thank You to Our Event Partner
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