Threading Together: AANHPI Traditional Attire Exhibit
Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland
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AANHPI Heritage Month – Celebrate Our Stories!
Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland
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Limei Lai Art Show: Temperature in Life
Explore intricate fabric installations by Limei Lai, a Portland-based Chinese American artist. In her own words: “On top of a chaotic, messy, tangled, frayed, knotted forest of seemingly random threads, tapestry finds order and beauty, much like art and life.”
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Threading Together: AANHPI Traditional Attire Exhibit
Regular hours: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM; Saturday, May 2 hours: 12:00-6:30 PM (Last entry at 6:00 PM daily) Clothing is a powerful expression of culture, reflecting history, identity, and tradition through form, color, and pattern. Threading Together brings together traditional attire from local AANHPI community members, each piece offering a window into lived experience […]
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AANHPI Heritage Month – Celebrate Our Stories!
Join Lan Su to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month! In partnership with more than 20 local cultural organizations, performers, and artists, we explore the history, traditions, and arts that make up the rich cultural tapestry of AANHPI. Enjoy a display of traditional outfits, cultural performances, vendors from local AANHPI […]
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Cultural Immersion Saturday: India
Each Saturday in May highlights a unique AANHPI culture, with community partners taking the lead on experiences, performances, and vendors to showcase their heritage. Join us Saturday, May 16, as Kalabharathi School of Dance brings us a full day honoring and celebrating Indian culture. Schedule of Events TimeProgramDetails10:00 AM to 6:00 PMFood & Retail VendorsSilSila The Flaming […]
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Sunday, May 10, 2026
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Monday, May 11, 2026
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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
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Thursday, May 14, 2026
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May 14, 2026 –Inner Mongolia Art Theatre
Inner Mongolia Art Theatre
Lan Su is honored to host its second delegation visit from China this May, welcoming the Inner Mongolia Art Theatre, a leading state-affiliated performing arts company from the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. This special event offers a rare opportunity to experience the distinctive dance and music traditions of Inner Mongolia, bringing the spirit of the […]
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Friday, May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026 –Threading Together Show & Tell: The Philippines
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Featured May 15, 2026 –Featured Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon 臥虎藏龍 (35mm) – Benefit Screening at Hollywood Theatre
Threading Together Show & Tell: The Philippines
Come join us for Threading Together Show & Tell, an interactive visitor experience that brings the stories behind traditional attire to life. This program is part of our Threading Together: AANHPI Traditional Attire Exhibit. On May 15, step into traditional Filipino style with the Filipino American Friendship Club of Oregon. Explore the meaning, history, and […]
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Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon 臥虎藏龍 (35mm) – Benefit Screening at Hollywood Theatre
Hollywood Theatre presents a special screening of Ang Lee’s “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” 臥虎藏龍 in support of Lan Su Chinese Garden this AANHPI Heritage Month. The evening features a special martial arts demonstration by Summit Wushu Academy.
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Saturday, May 16, 2026
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May 16, 2026Indian Saree Dressing Demonstration
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May 16, 2026Kolam: Indian House Decorating
Indian Saree Dressing Demonstration
The beautiful saree, a traditional garment worn by Indian women, reflects India’s rich history, culture, and aesthetic heritage.In this demonstration, a saree specialist will show how to wear a sari properly and elegantly, while also explaining the role of the saree in Indian tradition and its cultural significance. Meet the Community Partner: Kalabharathi School of […]
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Kolam: Indian House Decorating
“Kolam” is a traditional form of Indian folk art, originally created as decorative patterns drawn at the entrance of homes. These intricate designs were intended to form a symbolic maze that would trap evil spirits and prevent them from entering the house.In this art and craft activity, visitors will have the opportunity to experience and […]
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