2025 Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Festival (Japanese Culture: Taiko Drums, Origami, Floral Arrangements..)NEW

Celebrating the Cultural Traditions. Get ready to be captivated by the beats of Taiko drums and the grace and beauty of traditional Asian dances. Enjoy the fun of origami and the exquisite beauty of Japanese floral arrangements. Embrace the rich heritage and diversity of the Asian American Pacific Islander community. Join us for a day filled with discovery and appreciation as we honor and celebrate these extraordinary cultures.

Date
May 3, 2025

Cultural performances and music, bright Japanese floral arrangements, intricate Chinese art activities, and much more will fill the day from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History. The Sandia National Laboratories Asian Leadership Outreach Committee and museum partner to host the 28th Annual Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Day, celebrating the cultural traditions, ancestry, native languages, and unique experiences represented among ethnic groups from Asia and the Pacific.

Visitors can taste traditional Asian food samples provided by Talin Market. Umami Moto Food Truck will also sell Asian-inspired cuisine.

The event is included with paid Museum admission.

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