Students share what Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month means to them

Robbinsdale Area Schools (Rdale) middle school students are lifting their voices to help share their heritage and culture.

February is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time for us to take the opportunity to recognize and celebrate the traditions, history and contributions of people who identify as Asian American and Pacific Islander.

This month our student voice video series features students who share some of what they want others to know about their traditions and experiences as a person who identifies as Asian American or Pacific Islander.

You can watch the video on Youtube.

In addition, Rdale has celebrated and recognized Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in a variety of ways, and will continue to do so throughout the month.

Events and speakers

• Asian American and Pacific Islander Generations Conference, May 19-21
• Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month food class series, dates vary

Activities and learning opportunities

• Como Park Zoo and Conservatory has one of the state’s only Japanese plant collections.
• Hmongtown Marketplace features more than 125 stalls and shops, including 11 restaurants.
• Midtown Global Market offers a wide variety of Asian cuisine.
• Minneapolis Institute of Art’s collection of Asian art, which includes works from China, south and southeast Asia, Japan and Korea.
• Weisman Art Museum has a permanent Traditional Korean Furniture exhibit.