The Asian Pacific American Program seeks to integrate Asian Pacific American contributions to U.S. history, culture, art, and society through Smithsonian collections, research, exhibitions, and programs.

Major Areas

§       Collections: establish priorities for developing APA holdings at the Smithsonian and educate APA communities of the importance of collecting and preserving artifacts

§       Research: collaborate with Smithsonian museums, universities, and scholars to leverage resources devoted to APA research including hosting resident scholars and providing internships

§       Exhibitions: create and upgrade exhibitions at the Smithsonian as well as host traveling exhibitions that include APA contributions and perspectives

§       Education: increase the number of public programming events to link APA perspectives to a wider audience and provide educational outreach in print and electronic venues

§      National Outreach: create a network of museums and collaborations with communities and individuals promoting APA heritage

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