12 Ways to Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Around DC
Food talks, concerts, films, and more. Share
Explore the history of DC s Chinatown and hear more about similar cultural hubs across the country. Photo by Flickr user allison b216.
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, a celebration that is particularly significant this year amidst the increase in anti-Asian hate crimes across the country. This month, hear from local leaders about their work against racism, explore a pop-up market, tune into food talks, and more.
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Culinasia is a new talk series about food, culture, and chefs within the Asian diaspora. On May 5, tune into “Saving Chinatown and Our Legacies” to hear a panel including food writer Grace Young, San Francisco chef Brandow Jew, and New York-based grassroots leaders Jennifer Tam and Victoria Lee discuss the history of Chinatowns throughout the US, as well as what the future holds for these crucial