Saturday marks the beginning of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in Los Angeles, and the city has eight virtual and in-person events scheduled throughout.
April 29, 2021
Catch a performance from Revolution Chinese Yoyo on May 6. // Photograph courtesy of the Detroit Institute of Arts
Observed throughout May, Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is a time to recognize the history, traditions, culture, and contributions of our country’s Asian and Pacific Islander community. This year, the Detroit Institute of Arts is celebrating the heritage month with a lineup of nearly 20 virtual events that spotlight artistry from China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, and more.
Events kick off on May 1 with the Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Opening Performance. During the event, choreographer and professional dancer Joori Jung will perform
Saturday marks the start of Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM).
The APAHM was first created in 1977 when Reps. Frank Horton (R-NY) and Norman Mineta (D-CA) proposed establishing the first 10 days of May as Asian-Pacific Heritage Week. It was later expanded onto a whole month in 1990 when former President George H.W. Bush signed a bill expanding the celebration.
May was chosen for two reasons. First, because according to U.S. records, the first immigrant from Japan arrived on May 7, 1843. Second, because on May 10, 1869, the first transcontinental railroad in the U.S. was completed with significant contributions from Chinese pioneers.
Top 5 things to do in Cincinnati this weekend: April 30-May 2
1. Free First Day at Great Parks of Hamilton County
While any day is a good day to commune with nature and celebrate the great outdoors, Great Parks of Hamilton County gives you even more incentive the first day of each month, when the park system allows access without the need for a Great Parks Motor Vehicle Permit. On
Saturday – and every first day of the month through October – you can experience over 17,700 acres of natural habitat, nearly 80 miles of trails, lakes and river access, playgrounds, dog parks, golf courses and more without the need for the permit.
DIA celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with virtual events
Erica Hobbs
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Music, films, dancing and demonstrations from more than 10 different Asian countries will create a cultural experience during the Detroit Institute of Arts celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM) that begins Saturday.
The DIA is celebrating APAHM with a series of mostly free online events and activities. In partnership with the DIA’s auxiliary group, Friends of Asian Arts and Cultures (FAAC), the program includes more than 20 events, including films, music and dance performances, puppet shows, demonstrations, panel discussions and more. It features traditions from more than 10 different Asian cultures, including Chinese, Indian, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Filipino, Mongolian, Taiwanese, Thai and Vietnamese.