2010 Festival Video - Asian Pacific Americans
Remembering Senator Daniel K. Inouye
As members of the public pay their last respects to Senator Daniel K. Inouye, the Center for Folklife and CulturalRead More
Asian Pacific American Program Introduction
Introduction and comments from the curator, Phil Tajitsu Nash.
Franklin Fung Chow, Chinese Cooking Techniques
Franklin Fung Chow explains how his family heritage has influenced his cooking and catering career.
Hiu Newcomb, Chinese American Organic Farmer
Hiu Newcomb discusses her family’s origins in the United States and her start as an organic farmer in Virginia.
Kiran Ahuja on Minority Representation in Government
Presentation by Kiran Ahuja, the Executive Director of the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.
Fiji Vesi Tagitagi Music Ensemble
Two high ranking officials of the Republic of the Fiji Islands’ Embassy in Washington, D.C. perform as the ensemble, FijiRead More
Veiyasana Dance Troupe, Republic of the Fiji Islands
The Veiyasana Dance Troupe entertained audiences at the Festival with traditional dances from the Fiji Islands.
Nen Daiko, Taiko Drum Ensemble
Taiko drums are large traditional Japanese drums. Nen Daiko, a taiko drum ensemble based in Fairfax, Virginia, performs an interpretationRead More
Washington Toho Koto Society
The Washington Toho Koto Society, a non-profit organization based in Washington, DC, promotes the understanding and appreciation of Japanese kotoRead More
Bhangra/Giddha Dance, Sikh and Punjabi American Dancers
Punjabi Americans and Sikhs performing Bhangra/Giddha dance which was part of presentations by Guru Gobind Singh Foundation to create awarenessRead More
