Watch some of the funniest South Asian American comedians from New York City as well from all around the U.S. and the world. Every show also features a non-South-Asian guest performer, just to keep the spice level under 5. Our house shows at Broadway Comedy Club regularly feature New York’s best South Asian Comedians as […]
Join our discussion about little-known combat stories from Chinese Americans who served in the European and Pacific theaters of operation as we approach the 79th anniversary of D-Day and the […]
Join us in this empowering workshop which aims to create a safe and supportive space for women and AANHPI leaders who are navigating the unique challenges of serving in elected office or public service roles. We recognize the importance of addressing mental health and fostering a culture of support within these demanding environments.
As Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month comes to an end, please join us for a discussion with leading policymakers and educators about the importance of a newly introduced bill that calls for the inclusion of AAPI history in New York State’s public school curriculum. The conversation will also consider a new social studies […]
For 50 years, Chinese American photographer Corky Lee documented the celebrations, struggles, and daily lives of Asian American Pacific Islanders with epic focus. Determined to push mainstream media to include […]
@ Authors Viet Thanh Nguyen (The Sympathizer, A Man of Two Faces) and Cathy Linh Che (Split, Becoming Ghost) share readings of their work and discuss their experience of democracy as Vietnamese American immigrant writers whose work engages vistas of American democracy amidst the legacy and representations of the Vietnam War. A Q&A will follow […]
This musical reading revisits Japan's tragic 2011 earthquake and explores the process of healing through cultural practices during Obon.The Museum of Chinese in America is excited to present a staged reading of a new musical, Tomorrow, by the Sea, by Yunhye Park (book, lyrics), Alexander Ronneburg (music, book, lyrics), and Erika Ito (music). This poignant […]
An annual outdoor Chinese food & culture festival with experiential activities, tastings, and market fairs. An annual outdoor Chinese food & culture festival with experiential activities, tastings, and market fairs that showcases the vibrant food, art and cultural traditions from China. 9/8 location: Astor pl, (13-25 Astor Pl, New York, NY 10003)
A special AAPI community dance workshop inspired by the moon, drawn from its deep symbolism in Asian culturesAre you ready to move under the influence of the moon? In celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival, the Museum of Chinese in America is excited to collaborate with Choreographer Jiemin Yang for a special community dance workshop inspired […]
Celebrating books, ideas, and dialogue, the iconic Jaipur Literature Festival is described as “the greatest literary show on Earth”. JLF New York, that embodies its indomitable spirit and energy, returns to New York in 2024, presenting a series of conversations and performances that examine the human experience with some of the world’s leading authors, thinkers, […]
Roosevelt House, along with the Hunter College Asian American Studies Program, is proud to present a discussion with renowned television host and businesswoman Yue-Sai Kan about her new autobiography, The Most Famous Woman in China. Joining her in conversation will be former congresswoman and Eleanor Roosevelt Distinguished Leader in Residence at Roosevelt House, Hon. Carolyn […]
Join the Asian American Education Project for a live, virtual workshop that will teach educators of all subjects how to seamlessly integrate APIDA (Asian Pacific Islander Desi American) history into their everyday teaching. Educators will understand the importance of spotlighting APIDA figures and historical moments in their classroom all year round, not just during Lunar […]