Join MOLAA and PIEAM for a very special celebration of AAPI and AAPI Latinx communities! Film screening, exhibition tour, and free performance. Food and drink for purchase. Detailed schedule to be provided closer to the date.

Join MOLAA and PIEAM for a very special celebration of AAPI and AAPI Latinx communities! Be part of a special tour through the exhibition at the Pacific Island Ethnic Art Museum (PIEAM) “KŪKULU: Behold the Pillars of Mauna Kea.” On display at PIEAM from May 3-September 28, 2025, this 21st installation beholds traditional arts, film, photos, and music from the movement to protect the sacred mountain of Mauna Kea. Its enduring messages will be woven into the many stories from many islands, cared for at PIEAM. This event is sponsored by The Port of Long Beach.

Join us for an afternoon book reading and art workshop based on AAPI Latinx author and illustrator Saki Tanaka’s book, Between Words: a Friendship Tale. This workshop is open to all ages. Materials will be provided.  

Join us as we celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander Latinx art and culture at MOLAA and explore the instances of cultural synthesis between Asian, Pacific Islander & Latinx Communities in the US and throughout Latin America. Special focus on AAPI Latinx Artist Patrick Martinez with special guest, the Museum of Neon Art! You will connect with colleagues and learn hands-on art activities to take back to your classroom. This in-person session includes light refreshments, wine, and free parking. Teachers who attend get special access to discounts on memberships.