Culture and Community
Multiple cultural celebrations are scheduled in the Richmond area during Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, including an exhibition at The Valentine museum and a traditional Javanese music performance at the Tuckahoe Area Library. Events explore the impact of Asian Americans on the local community and the hip-hop industry.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is being celebrated with multiple events in the Richmond area. The 28th annual Asian American Celebration will take place on May 2 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center, featuring cultural food, craft vendors, and dance performances. On May 9, the University of Richmond's Gamelan Raga Kusuma ensemble will perform traditional Javanese music at the Tuckahoe Area Library. The Virginia Museum of History & Culture is hosting a talk on May 13, "Asian Americans in Hip Hop: From Immigration to Influence," exploring the impact of Asian Americans on the hip-hop scene. The Valentine museum is showcasing "Generations: Stories of Asian Americans in Richmond," an exhibition featuring the experiences of Asian Americans in the Richmond region, until May 25.
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