Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Celebrate with events and stories about Asian Americans’ contributions to science and the natural world!

Join us for Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander(AANHPI) Heritage Month at the Field Museum! Throughout May, hear from Field staff, collaborators, and guest speakers about the contributions of Asian American scientists, artists, and educators—past and present. Learn about those who have made history and are creating it today in a variety of career paths in museums and the sciences.

Featured Programs and Events

Filipinos in Alliance Performance

May 8 featured a lively musical performance by FIA’ Liwan UIC's Filipino organization, Filipinos in Alliance.

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Armour Seminar Series

On May 15, hear Dr. Nitasha Tamar Sharma give the talk Hawai‘i is my Haven: Race and Indigeneity in the Black Pacific

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Storytime in the PlayLab

The Crown Family PlayLab hosted the Chicago Public Library for a storytime session.

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Chicago's Legacy Hula

The first annual celebration of Chicago's Legacy Hula was held on May 25th with performances from Lanialoha Lee and the Aloha Center Chicago.

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AANHPI Heritage Month Scavenger Hunt

As you explore the Museum, discover the contributions of Asian American scientists, artists, and educators with our scavenger hunt. Download below or pick up a copy as you enter the Museum.

Recommended reading at home

Here are some recommended reads from our friends at the Chicago Public Library:  

Shop for items from our AANHPI Collection

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Interested in sponsoring Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month, or one of the Field Museum's other Heritage Months? Please contact Kelsey Overberg at koverberg@fieldmuseum.org.