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.”
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. Every May, we highlight the stories, the culture, and the expressions of […]
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 […]
Join Wen Wu School Portland for weekly Wild Goose Qigong practice, including tai chi warm-ups, acupressure self-massage, and walking meditation. 11 AM – Noon |Fridays, May 1 – October 30, 2026 Join Wen Wu School Portland in exploring Dayan, or Wild Goose Qigong, an ancient Chinese movement art developed to promote health, well-being, and longevity. […]
Enjoy the gentle sounds of live Chinese music on traditional instruments such as erhu, ruan qin, and pipa. Noon – 3 PM | Fridays, April 24 – September 25, 2026 As you stroll the garden pathways, enjoy traditional Chinese music of erhu or guzheng by Lan Su musicians. The erhu is a bowed, two-stringed Chinese […]
Take a front-row seat to Chinese tea culture with our intimate Garden Tea Tasting series led by tea master Hannah Ma. Savor three seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse, learn traditional brewing techniques, and take home a porcelain teacup.
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 8, step into traditional Korean style with Kyungmi Kay Lee. Explore the meaning, history, and cultural significance of the […]
Take a front-row seat to Chinese tea culture with our intimate Garden Tea Tasting series led by tea master Hannah Ma. Savor three seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse, learn traditional brewing techniques, and take home a porcelain teacup.
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 9, as Vietnamese Community of Oregon brings us a full day honoring and celebrating Vietnamese culture. Meet the Community Partner: The Vietnamese community of Oregon embodies a story of […]
Join us for a Vietnamese Traditional Art and Instrument Display, where you can experience the beauty of Vietnamese culture through traditional art and music. Meet Our Program Partner: VIETNAMESE COMMUNITY OF CLARK COUNTY The Vietnamese Community of Clark County (VCCC) is a non profit voluntary organization established in 1992 by the first wave of Vietnamese […]
Presented by Phung Ojala, Vice President of External Affairs at the Vietnamese Community of Clark County (VCCC), this program offers an engaging introduction to Vietnamese traditional instruments through live demonstration, storytelling, and performance. Meet Our Program Partner: VIETNAMESE COMMUNITY OF CLARK COUNTY The Vietnamese Community of Clark County (VCCC) is a non profit voluntary organization […]
Presented by Suzie Quach, this Art Show and Talk explores Vietnamese culture through engaging conversation, offering insight into traditions, cultural context, and the stories behind the work. Meet Our Program Partner: VIETNAMESE COMMUNITY OF CLARK COUNTY The Vietnamese Community of Clark County (VCCC) is a non profit voluntary organization established in 1992 by the first […]