Celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, a time to honor the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of AAPI communities. Celebrate AAPI Month with community events & programming.

Evanston Public Library

Join the Evanston Public Library this May as they honor the rich histories, diverse cultures, and lasting contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. Throughout the month, explore curated book lists, engaging events, and educational resources that highlight AAPI voices past and present. Whether you're discovering new stories or deepening your understanding, the library is your place to connect, learn, and celebrate. 

Sinag Filipino-American Art Exhibit  |  Through May 31  |   3rd floor of the Main Library

Visit the 3rd Floor of the Main Library. Sinag is a group of Filipino-American painters, sculptors, photographers, writers, and poets whose mission is to connect with other Filipino-American creatives to celebrate their heritage and increase their visibility.

Kwentuhan: Meet and talk with the Filipino-American artists from the Sinag Art Collective  |  Sunday, May 18  |  Main Public Library

• 1:30-2:30 pm - Meet and Greet the artists at the exhibit area, EPL 3rd level

• 2:30-3:30 pm - Artist talk, art demo, and panel discussion in the Community Room, EPL 1st level

View staff book lists.

Evanston ASPA

Umbrella Arts Festival   |  Saturday, May 30  |  Noon to 5 p.m.  |  Fountain Square

The Umbrella Arts Festival is a celebration of Asian American history, culture, and art.  The umbrella symbolizes the Asian American diaspora, which encompasses a diversity of ethnicities from over 40 Asian, South Asian, Southeast Asian, and Pacific Island countries around the world, and is inclusive of the many intersections of identities in our communities.  The festival is free and for all ages!