Asian and Pacific Islander American History
Explore the diverse pasts that weave our multicultural nation together
Throughout much of American history, Asians and Pacific Islanders have left an indelible mark on the events and places that make up our common experience. We celebrate their contributions in the National Treasures we support—Seattle's Panama Hotel, Southern California's Historic Wintersburg, and Hawaii's Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium, for example—and in the rich stories we tell. Read on to discover more about Asian-American heritage throughout the United States.
Statement from the National Trust Condemning Race-Based Hatred, Violence, and Misinformation
“Being Asian American means wearing many layers of identity. At first glance, a man of Asian ancestry. At first spoken word, an American. At deeper reflection, a person of color in America. At the core, a person who seeks peace and social justice.”
Eddie Wong, former executive director, Angel Island Immigration Station Foundation
Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Stories
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Investing in Preservation’s Future Advocating for Asian and Pacific Islander American Places During a Pandemic -
11 Most Endangered Historic Places Preserving China Alley: A Conversation with Arianne Wing and Steve Banister -
11 Most Endangered Historic Places Where Are They Now? Updates on 11 Past '11 Most' Sites -
Where Women Made History People Saving Places: Kelley Uyeoka and Protecting Cultural Heritage in Hawaiʻi -
Telling the Full American Story 80 Years After Executive Order 9066: Stories of Loss and Resilience
We believe all Americans deserve to see their history in the places that surround us. As a nation, we have work to do to fill in the gaps of our cultural heritage.
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