Events

How did a reform movement championed by imperial China’s most famous reformer take root across North America, and what can it tell us about the birth of modern Chinese politics? Join authors and scholars Robert L. Worden and Jane Leung Larson for an in-depth conversation on their new reference work, A Chinese Reformer in Exile: ... Read more

The 2025 AAWW Margins fellows present “Alpha Beta Blah”, a new reading series that invites writers to come frat out with the fellows. The third reading of this series will take place on October 30th at 7 pm ET. For “To The Grave”, send us your most bone-chilling stories about love. Tell us about a ... Read more

As an actress, producer, and activist, Lucy Liu has been blazing a trail and reshaping culture for almost 30 years. The proud New Yorker sits down with Josh Horowitz to breakdown her career, her art and advocacy, and her powerful new film, Rosemead.

The Library’s Lionel Pincus and Princess Firyal Map Division is one of the world’s leading collections, renowned for its size, scope, and unique holdings. Reference Librarian Jo-Ann Wong will showcase maps of Asian, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian communities, examining them from multiple viewpoints. She will highlight selections that spark deeper conversations about who has ... Read more

YAMAN (treasure in Tagalog) is more than a cultural expo—it’s a movement carrying Filipino culture forward through indigenous craftsmanship, fashion, entertainment, food, and community. Experience the world of YAMAN, become a Heritage Guardian, and support Tboli master weavers whose ancient hands are running out of time—preserving the soul of our identity for generations to come. ... Read more

Nicole will share how playing mahjong with her grandparents helped her preserve their Chinese New Zealand family history and cultural legacy. She will also share family stories and offer tips on how to start documenting your own stories. NICOLE WONG is a writer and producer based in Oakland, California. She is the creator and founder ... Read more

Reflecting on the hometown of Laozi, Wang Jiaxin, a highly representative contemporary Chinese poet, has perhaps transformed his many years of overseas experiences and reflections into clear and contemplative new poetry. The Museum of Chinese in America is once again collaborating with the North American Chinese Writers’ Association to promote Chinese-language works nurtured from the immigrant ... Read more

Join us for 《魔法阿媽》 Grandma and Her Ghosts: Film Screening & Taiwanese Cultural Experience, a special afternoon blending Taiwan’s Ghost Month traditions with Western Halloween fun — where film, food, and folklore collide!   ✨ Event Highlights 🎬 Film Screening – Watch the beloved Taiwanese classic Grandma and Her Ghosts (with English subtitles).   👻 Cultural Stations Calligraphy: Writing Lucky Talismans ✍️ Ghost Month vs. Halloween: Fun Facts ... Read more

In celebration of America's 250th Anniversary next year, our commissioned artists present a series of pieces exploring the theme of honoring and celebrating Chinese immigrants who embark on their life journeys in the United States while preserving their cultural heritage.

A training that will equip participants with the knowledge and advocacy tools needed to advocate on issues that directly impact them, such as the China Initiative, research security, fundamental rights and academic freedom in our country.

Join us for an in-depth, one-on-one dialogue between Raj Subramaniam, President and CEO of FedEx Corporation, and CNBC’s global markets correspondent Seema Mody. The conversation delves into Subramaniam’s dynamic leadership philosophy, his bold strategic vision for guiding one of the world’s largest transportation and logistics companies, and his approach to navigating the complexities of today’s ... Read more

The award-winning host of Taste the Nation is joined by special guests including Michelle Buteau to launch her vibrant new cookbook, Padma’s All American, with an unforgettable evening of stories, laughter, and conversation. Based on her acclaimed Hulu series, this deeply personal book is a love letter to the immigrant and Indigenous communities who shape the flavors of America.

China Institute and Asia Art Archive in America bring together Asian and Asian Diasporic artists Bing Lee, Jean Shin, Saya Woolfalk, and Parker Fay (who will represent Ming Fay) to share the stories behind their own subway commission projects while addressing questions around the possibilities, promise, and practicalities of public art. The conversation will be ... Read more

The Korea Society and International Student Conferences are pleased to present “Connect with Korea: Opportunities for U.S. Students,” a virtual session highlighting ways for U.S. college and university students to engage with Korea. Discover a range of Korea-related activities and academic programs, including study abroad opportunities, cultural exchanges, and professional networking. Participants will have the ... Read more

  Instructor: Mike Reilley, Senior Lecturer at University of Illinois Chicago and founder of JournalistsToolbox.ai   This 90-minute training will cover the following: - Prompt Crafting: Learn how to write and refine prompts to create compelling AI-generated images and videos. - Fact-Checking Visuals: Practice using the newest tools and techniques to detect whether an image or video was created by ... Read more

Across the country, Southeast Asian refugee and immigrant communities face devastating deportation impacts. Decades after families resettled in the United States as refugees, thousands remain vulnerable to removal because of old criminal convictions, many tied to the challenges of poverty, trauma, and lack of support. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the end of ... Read more

As the holiday season approaches, NCAPA is holding a series of community calls on holding difficult conversations with loved ones and community members. The purpose of these events is to equip and prepare attendees to approach difficult conversations strategically in order to effectively address sensitive or controversial topics. At this community call, attendees will hear ... Read more

The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) invites you to a captivating conversation with artist and photographer Pok Chi Lau. For more than five decades, Lau has traced the journeys of the Toishan/Taishan diaspora from the Pearl River Delta to Hong Kong and across the Americas. Grounded in his own family’s migrations dating back to ... Read more