Join the Conversation

Visit our special exhibitions to engage with cultural expressions ranging from video and installation art to painting and outdoor murals. Discover the voices of artists from Afghanistan, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Persia, the Philippines, Thailand, Tibet, the United States, Vietnam, and beyond.

Meet artists, learn to meditate, hear from experts, watch cooking demonstrations, listen to poetry, and more with our full catalogue of past events on YouTube. Or join us in real time — check the calendar for upcoming virtual programs.

Join us to celebrate cultures from across Asia all year long with performances, activities, storytelling, and more for the whole family. Celebrations include Lunar New Year, Nowruz (Persian New Year), Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Chuseok (Korean harvest festival), Filipino American History Month, Diwali, and Japanese New Year.

Exploring art and cultures from across Asia and the Asian diaspora enriches our understanding of how diverse communities live and tell their stories. Find teaching resources and learn more about the museum’s virtual and on-site tours and programs for pre-K through college students on our Education pages. 

Discover the work of local artists, artisans, and designers, as well as makers from across Asia and the Asian diaspora, in our celebrated boutique. In addition to exhibition catalogues and a curated selection of books, you’ll find handcrafted jewelry, apparel, and ceramics as well as artists’ prints and products inspired by museum exhibitions. Your purchases help provide support for these artisans and their communities.