I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Sunday, May 19, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: Diker Pavilion.
Sunday, May 19, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: Diker Pavilion.
Sunday, May 19, 2013, 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM.
The Art of Japanese “Pouch-books”
Explore the artistry behind the vast array of books on view in Hand-Held: Gerhard Pulverer’s Japanese Illustrated Books. Then make your own “pouch-book,” a common format used for novels, romances, and humorous works during the Edo period, with artists from Pyramid Atlantic Art Center. Create a cover for your book inspired by images in the exhibition. Also enjoy Japanese refreshments. No experience necessary.
Categories: Workshops. Venue: Sackler Gallery. Event Location: Sublevel 2. Cost: Materials fee: $15. Register online. Related Exhibition: Hand-Held: Gerhard Pulverer’s Japanese Illustrated Books.
Sunday, May 19, 2013, 1:00 PM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: Diker Pavilion.
Sunday, May 19, 2013, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Portrait Story Days: Anna May Wong
(for ages 5 and up with adult) Drop in to listen to a story about a person who has influenced American history and culture and to create a special piece of art. Today, learn about Anna May Wong (1905-1961), a Chinese American actress from the early days of film, and create a simple Chinese lantern.
Categories: Kids & Families. Workshops. Venue: Portrait Gallery. Event Location: Education Center, 1st Floor, Room E151. Cost: Free; drop-in. Continues: Series continues selected Saturdays and Sundays.
Sunday, May 19, 2013, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: Diker Pavilion.
Sunday, May 19, 2013, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Monday, May 20, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! Make a bookmark inspired by Native Hawaiian kapa designs
Learn on your own about Native Hawaiian kapa (bark cloth). Stamp a bookmark using kapa inspired designs to take home.
Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm.
Time Detail: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm. Categories: Kids & Families. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: Resource Center, 2nd Floor. Cost: Free. Related Events: Children's Festival: Aloha Days at NMAI - May 18 & 19, 2012 - 12 - 5.
Monday, May 20, 2013, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Monday, May 20, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Monday, May 20, 2013, 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Monday, May 20, 2013, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Monday, May 20, 2013, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! Make a bookmark inspired by Native Hawaiian kapa designs
Learn on your own about Native Hawaiian kapa (bark cloth). Stamp a bookmark using kapa inspired designs to take home.
Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm.
Time Detail: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm. Categories: Kids & Families. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: Resource Center, 2nd Floor. Cost: Free. Related Events: Children's Festival: Aloha Days at NMAI - May 18 & 19, 2012 - 12 - 5.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Film Screening: State of Aloha
(2009, 78 min. USA)
Directed by Anne Misawa
Featuring a broad range of interviews, including the late U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye, this documentary not only gives voice to the people living in Hawai’i today, but also lays out the complicated history of this once-sovereign nation prior to the overthrow of its Queen and the annexation of its land by American interests.
To watch the film's trailer, click here.
Time Detail: Repeats today at 3 p.m. Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum. Event Location: Rasmuson Theater, 1st level. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 11:00 AM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Film Screening: State of Aloha
(2009, 78 min. USA)
Directed by Anne Misawa
Featuring a broad range of interviews, including the late U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye, this documentary not only gives voice to the people living in Hawai’i today, but also lays out the complicated history of this once-sovereign nation prior to the overthrow of its Queen and the annexation of its land by American interests.
To watch the film's trailer, click here.
Time Detail: Repeats today at 3 p.m. Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum. Event Location: Rasmuson Theater, 1st level. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 3:00 PM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! Make a bookmark inspired by Native Hawaiian kapa designs
Learn on your own about Native Hawaiian kapa (bark cloth). Stamp a bookmark using kapa inspired designs to take home.
Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm.
Time Detail: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm. Categories: Kids & Families. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: Resource Center, 2nd Floor. Cost: Free. Related Events: Children's Festival: Aloha Days at NMAI - May 18 & 19, 2012 - 12 - 5.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM.
Museum Highlights Tour in Japanese
Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with a tour of museum highlights in Japanese.
Categories: Gallery Talks & Tours. Venue: American History Museum. Event Location: Meet in Welcome Center, 2 Center. Cost: Free. Continues: Repeats Wednesdays in May. Related Exhibition: I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Thursday, May 23, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! Make a bookmark inspired by Native Hawaiian kapa designs
Learn on your own about Native Hawaiian kapa (bark cloth). Stamp a bookmark using kapa inspired designs to take home.
Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm.
Time Detail: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm. Categories: Kids & Families. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: Resource Center, 2nd Floor. Cost: Free. Related Events: Children's Festival: Aloha Days at NMAI - May 18 & 19, 2012 - 12 - 5.
Thursday, May 23, 2013, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Thursday, May 23, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Film Screening: State of Aloha
(2009, 78 min. USA)
Directed by Anne Misawa
Featuring a broad range of interviews, including the late U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye, this documentary not only gives voice to the people living in Hawai’i today, but also lays out the complicated history of this once-sovereign nation prior to the overthrow of its Queen and the annexation of its land by American interests.
To watch the film's trailer, click here.
Time Detail: Repeats today at 3 p.m. Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum. Event Location: Rasmuson Theater, 1st level. Cost: Free.
Thursday, May 23, 2013, 11:00 AM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Thursday, May 23, 2013, 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Thursday, May 23, 2013, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Film Screening: State of Aloha
(2009, 78 min. USA)
Directed by Anne Misawa
Featuring a broad range of interviews, including the late U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye, this documentary not only gives voice to the people living in Hawai’i today, but also lays out the complicated history of this once-sovereign nation prior to the overthrow of its Queen and the annexation of its land by American interests.
To watch the film's trailer, click here.
Time Detail: Repeats today at 3 p.m. Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum. Event Location: Rasmuson Theater, 1st level. Cost: Free.
Thursday, May 23, 2013, 3:00 PM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Thursday, May 23, 2013, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Daily Screenings: Legends of Hawai’i
Pele Searches for a Home (2011, 25 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Pele, the primal force of volcanic heat and lava, leaves her ancient home of Kahiki and searches out a new home for herself and her family. Pursued by her eldest sister Namaka, the goddess of water and the sea, Pele travels across the Hawaiian islands. When Namaka finally catches up with Pele, who will win the epic battle? New York Premiere.
Why Maui Snared the Sun (2011, 20 min.) Pacific Resources for Education and Learning. Kala (the sun) races across the sky as he pleases, leaving the land and its people with short days and long, dark nights. To set things right, Maui, son of the goddess Hina, travels to the highest summit of Haleakala and confronts the mighty Kala. New York Premiere.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: The Screening Room.
Thursday, May 23, 2013, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Friday, May 24, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! Make a bookmark inspired by Native Hawaiian kapa designs
Learn on your own about Native Hawaiian kapa (bark cloth). Stamp a bookmark using kapa inspired designs to take home.
Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm.
Time Detail: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm. Categories: Kids & Families. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: Resource Center, 2nd Floor. Cost: Free. Related Events: Children's Festival: Aloha Days at NMAI - May 18 & 19, 2012 - 12 - 5.
Friday, May 24, 2013, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Special Screening: State of Aloha
(2009, 78 min. USA)
Directed by Anne Misawa
Featuring a broad range of interviews, including the late U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye, this documentary not only gives voice to the people living in Hawai’i today, but also lays out the complicated history of this once-sovereign nation prior to the overthrow of its Queen and the annexation of its land by American interests.
Join a group of Hawaiian scholars and culture bearers for a discussion following the screening as part of the museum's annual "Celebrate Hawaii" Festival.
To watch the film's trailer, click here.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum. Event Location: Rasmuson Theater, 1st level. Cost: Free. Continues: Repeats today at 3 p.m. Related Events: Celebrate Hawai’i: Navigation Festival.
Friday, May 24, 2013, 11:00 AM.
Special Screening: State of Aloha
(2009, 78 min. USA)
Directed by Anne Misawa
Featuring a broad range of interviews, including the late U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye, this documentary not only gives voice to the people living in Hawai’i today, but also lays out the complicated history of this once-sovereign nation prior to the overthrow of its Queen and the annexation of its land by American interests.
Join a group of Hawaiian scholars and culture bearers for a discussion following the screening as part of the museum's annual "Celebrate Hawaii" Festival.
To watch the film's trailer, click here.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum. Event Location: Rasmuson Theater, 1st level. Cost: Free.
Friday, May 24, 2013, 3:00 PM.
I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Saturday, May 25, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! Make a bookmark inspired by Native Hawaiian kapa designs
Learn on your own about Native Hawaiian kapa (bark cloth). Stamp a bookmark using kapa inspired designs to take home.
Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm.
Time Detail: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm. Categories: Kids & Families. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: Resource Center, 2nd Floor. Cost: Free. Related Events: Children's Festival: Aloha Days at NMAI - May 18 & 19, 2012 - 12 - 5.
Saturday, May 25, 2013, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Celebrate Hawai’i Festival
For the full schedule, click here.
Could you cross the Pacific Ocean without a GPS? Imagine finding an island – like Hawai’i – in the Pacific Ocean using the stars, seabirds, the color of the water, and the clouds as your guide.
This festival is the museum’s annual celebration of Hawaiian arts and culture and coincides with Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. During the festival, visitors can meet and greet Hawaiian culture bearers who are practitioners of the traditional Hawaiian arts related to voyaging and canoes.
Visitors can also learn about living a life of “aloha” by watching and learning about hula, taking in a cooking demonstration, watching films, and presentations, and meeting and greeting our Hawaiian guests.
Explore the excitement of navigating and moving the Hawaiian culture across the Pacific through the hula, storytelling, demonstrations, a talk on navigation, foods of the islands, and hands-on activities.
The program will also include a special concert on May 25th with…
Categories: Celebrations. Culinary Arts. Demonstrations. Films. Gallery Talks & Tours. Kids & Families. Performances. Webcasts & Webinars. Workshops. Venue: American Indian Museum. Event Location: Potomac Atrium and various museum locations. Webcast: http://nmai.si.edu/multimedia/webcasts/. Cost: Free. Continues: Program through May 26.
Saturday, May 25, 2013, 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM.
Film Screening: State of Aloha
(2009, 78 min. USA)
Directed by Anne Misawa
Featuring a broad range of interviews, including the late U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye, this documentary not only gives voice to the people living in Hawai’i today, but also lays out the complicated history of this once-sovereign nation prior to the overthrow of its Queen and the annexation of its land by American interests.
To watch the film's trailer, click here.
Time Detail: Repeats today at 3 p.m. Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum. Event Location: Rasmuson Theater, 1st level. Cost: Free.
Saturday, May 25, 2013, 11:00 AM.
Film Screening: State of Aloha
(2009, 78 min. USA)
Directed by Anne Misawa
Featuring a broad range of interviews, including the late U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye, this documentary not only gives voice to the people living in Hawai’i today, but also lays out the complicated history of this once-sovereign nation prior to the overthrow of its Queen and the annexation of its land by American interests.
To watch the film's trailer, click here.
Time Detail: Repeats today at 3 p.m. Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum. Event Location: Rasmuson Theater, 1st level. Cost: Free.
Saturday, May 25, 2013, 3:00 PM.
Indian Summer Showcase Concert: Amy Hanaiali`i Gilliom
Amy Hanaiali‘i Gilliom is a four-time GRAMMY-nominated singer and one of Hawai‘i’s most respected and loved female vocalists, songwriters, composers, and performers. She continues to be the top-selling female vocalist in Hawai‘i. The opening act is The Aloha Boys.
Categories: After Five. Celebrations. Kids & Families. Performances. Webcasts & Webinars. Venue: American Indian Museum. Event Location: Welcome Plaza. Webcast: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/national-museum-of-the-american-indian. Cost: Free. Related Events: Celebrate Hawai‘i Festival.
Saturday, May 25, 2013, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Sunday, May 26, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. Celebrate Hawai'i Festival
Could you cross the Pacific Ocean without a GPS? Imagine finding an island – like Hawai’i – in the Pacific Ocean using the stars, seabirds, the color of the water, and the clouds as your guide.
This festival is the museum’s annual celebration of Hawaiian arts and culture and coincides with Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. During the festival, visitors can meet and greet Hawaiian culture bearers who are practitioners of the traditional Hawaiian arts related to voyaging and canoes.
Visitors can also learn about living a life of “aloha” by watching and learning about hula, taking in a cooking demonstration, watching films, and presentations, and meeting and greeting our Hawaiian guests. Explore the excitement of navigating and moving the Hawaiian culture across the Pacific through the hula, storytelling, demonstrations, a talk on navigation, foods of the islands, and hands-on activities.
Categories: Celebrations. Culinary Arts. Demonstrations. Films. Kids & Families. Performances. Webcasts & Webinars. Workshops. Venue: American Indian Museum. Event Location: Potomac Atrium and various museum locations. Webcast: http://nmai.si.edu/multimedia/webcasts/. Cost: Free.
Sunday, May 26, 2013, 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Film Screening: State of Aloha
(2009, 78 min. USA)
Directed by Anne Misawa
Featuring a broad range of interviews, including the late U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye, this documentary not only gives voice to the people living in Hawai’i today, but also lays out the complicated history of this once-sovereign nation prior to the overthrow of its Queen and the annexation of its land by American interests.
To watch the film's trailer, click here.
Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum. Event Location: Rasmuson Theater, 1st level. Cost: Free.
Sunday, May 26, 2013, 3:00 PM.
I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Monday, May 27, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! Make a bookmark inspired by Native Hawaiian kapa designs
Learn on your own about Native Hawaiian kapa (bark cloth). Stamp a bookmark using kapa inspired designs to take home.
Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm.
Time Detail: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm. Categories: Kids & Families. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: Resource Center, 2nd Floor. Cost: Free. Related Events: Children's Festival: Aloha Days at NMAI - May 18 & 19, 2012 - 12 - 5.
Monday, May 27, 2013, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Tuesday, May 28, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! Make a bookmark inspired by Native Hawaiian kapa designs
Learn on your own about Native Hawaiian kapa (bark cloth). Stamp a bookmark using kapa inspired designs to take home.
Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm.
Time Detail: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm. Categories: Kids & Families. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: Resource Center, 2nd Floor. Cost: Free. Related Events: Children's Festival: Aloha Days at NMAI - May 18 & 19, 2012 - 12 - 5.
Tuesday, May 28, 2013, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Film Screening: State of Aloha
(2009, 78 min. USA)
Directed by Anne Misawa
Featuring a broad range of interviews, including the late U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye, this documentary not only gives voice to the people living in Hawai’i today, but also lays out the complicated history of this once-sovereign nation prior to the overthrow of its Queen and the annexation of its land by American interests.
To watch the film's trailer, click here.
Time Detail: Repeats today at 3 p.m. Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum. Event Location: Rasmuson Theater, 1st level. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, May 28, 2013, 11:00 AM.
Film Screening: State of Aloha
(2009, 78 min. USA)
Directed by Anne Misawa
Featuring a broad range of interviews, including the late U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye, this documentary not only gives voice to the people living in Hawai’i today, but also lays out the complicated history of this once-sovereign nation prior to the overthrow of its Queen and the annexation of its land by American interests.
To watch the film's trailer, click here.
Time Detail: Repeats today at 3 p.m. Categories: Films. Venue: American Indian Museum. Event Location: Rasmuson Theater, 1st level. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, May 28, 2013, 3:00 PM.
I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Wednesday, May 29, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! Make a bookmark inspired by Native Hawaiian kapa designs
Learn on your own about Native Hawaiian kapa (bark cloth). Stamp a bookmark using kapa inspired designs to take home.
Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm.
Time Detail: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm. Categories: Kids & Families. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: Resource Center, 2nd Floor. Cost: Free. Related Events: Children's Festival: Aloha Days at NMAI - May 18 & 19, 2012 - 12 - 5.
Wednesday, May 29, 2013, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Museum Highlights Tour in Japanese
Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with a tour of museum highlights in Japanese.
Categories: Gallery Talks & Tours. Venue: American History Museum. Event Location: Meet in Welcome Center, 2 Center. Cost: Free. Continues: Repeats Wednesdays in May. Related Exhibition: I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story.
Wednesday, May 29, 2013, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Thursday, May 30, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! Make a bookmark inspired by Native Hawaiian kapa designs
Learn on your own about Native Hawaiian kapa (bark cloth). Stamp a bookmark using kapa inspired designs to take home.
Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm.
Time Detail: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm. Categories: Kids & Families. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: Resource Center, 2nd Floor. Cost: Free. Related Events: Children's Festival: Aloha Days at NMAI - May 18 & 19, 2012 - 12 - 5.
Thursday, May 30, 2013, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Friday, May 31, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! Make a bookmark inspired by Native Hawaiian kapa designs
Learn on your own about Native Hawaiian kapa (bark cloth). Stamp a bookmark using kapa inspired designs to take home.
Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm.
Time Detail: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm. Categories: Kids & Families. Venue: American Indian Museum Heye Center. Event Location: Resource Center, 2nd Floor. Cost: Free. Related Events: Children's Festival: Aloha Days at NMAI - May 18 & 19, 2012 - 12 - 5.
Friday, May 31, 2013, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Saturday, June 1, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Sunday, June 2, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Monday, June 3, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Tuesday, June 4, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Wednesday, June 5, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Thursday, June 6, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Friday, June 7, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Saturday, June 8, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Sunday, June 9, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Monday, June 10, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Tuesday, June 11, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Wednesday, June 12, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Thursday, June 13, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Friday, June 14, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu. I Want the Wide American Earth: An Asian Pacific American Story
This banner exhibition celebrates Asian Pacific American history across a multitude of incredibly diverse cultures and explores how Asian Pacific Americans have shaped and been shaped by the course of our nation’s history. Rich with compelling, often surprising stories, it takes a sweeping look at this history, from the very first Asian immigrants centuries ago to the complex challenges facing Asian Pacific American communities today.
On view: May 1, 2013 through June 15, 2013. Venue: American History Museum.
Saturday, June 15, 2013.
For more info visit apa.si.edu.