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The official account of the Commission to Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture. Learn more: nationalapamuseum.org

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This moment represents a rare opportunity to ensure that Asian Pacific American stories are told – and to explore how we might build a museum that reflects the complexity, resilience, and richness of the American experience.

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On October 9, we hosted our first listening session in Princeton, New Jersey to collect input on what a future National Asian Pacific American Museum could look like. Thank you to Princeton Public Schools for co-hosting, and to the community leaders and volunteers who helped make the event possible.

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National Asian Pacific American Museum Commission Kicks Off Listening Tour to Gather Community Input Bipartisan commission invites community leaders and experts to participate in convenings across the country to shape how the nation honors Asian Pacific American history and culture.

Over the next few months, the @apamuseum Commission will host events to hear from communities across the country.

Unable to attend an in-person convening? You’ll also be able to submit written comments online at any time.

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This month, we’re excited to launch our national listening tour – gathering input to shape our congressionally mandated report on the creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture.

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ICYMI β€” We're excited to share that Krystal Kaβ€˜ai Hetherington will serve as our Executive Director and oversee our work to deliver a report on the feasibility of creating a museum dedicated to preserving Asian Pacific American history and culture.

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About the National Asian Pacific American Museum Commission The Commission to Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture is working to deliver a plan that serves as the critical first step toward establishin...

β€œFor generations, countless Asian Pacific Americans have helped shape our Nation. This Commission represents a powerful opportunity to ensure their contributions are preserved, celebrated, and shared with future generations.”

Learn about our mission: nationalapamuseum.org/about/

13.06.2025 20:24 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In the months to come, we look forward to engaging with experts and community leaders across the country to examine how to bring to life a national institution that truly reflects the richness of the Asian Pacific American experience.

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Ceremonial Swearing-In at Library of Congress Marks Official Start of National Asian Pacific American Museum Commission Landmark event kicks off bipartisan effort to explore the creation of a national museum in Washington, D.C. dedicated to preserving Asian Pacific American history and culture.

πŸ“· On Thursday, our @apamuseum.bsky.social Commissioners were ceremonially sworn in at the Library of Congress – an important step in our efforts to develop a visionary, community-informed roadmap for a potential museum in Washington, D.C.

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Ceremonial Swearing-In at Library of Congress Marks Official Start of National Asian Pacific American Museum Commission Landmark event kicks off bipartisan effort to explore the creation of a national museum in Washington, D.C. dedicated to preserving Asian Pacific American history and culture.

Earlier today, we held a ceremonial swearing-in of our Commissioners, kicking off our congressionally mandated mission to lay the foundation for a potential national museum dedicated to preserving the rich history and contributions of Asian Pacific Americans. nationalapamuseum.org/ceremonial-s...

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NEWS: We’re proud to officially launch @apamuseum.bsky.social, a bipartisan effort to explore the potential creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture in Washington, D.C.

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Want to get involved?

πŸ‘‰ Learn more about our mandate: nationalapamuseum.org/about/

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12.06.2025 17:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Over the coming months, our Commission will engage the Asian Pacific American community nationwide, consulting with leading experts and institutions, and assessing key considerations–including site locations in our nation’s capital, costs, and operations of the future museum.

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🧡 In 2022, Congress created @apamuseum.bsky.social and charged us with laying the groundwork to establish the first national museum dedicated to preserving and honoring the rich history and contributions of Asian Pacific Americans.

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