The Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center (APAC), established in 1997, strives to ensure the representation and inclusion of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPIs) in the Smithsonian’s collections, research, exhibitions, and programs. Through education initiatives, publications, and public programs, APAC provides new avenues to document, celebrate, and share the rich and diverse history, art, and culture of AANHPIs. APAC’s upcoming exhibitions at the Smithsonian American Art Museum and the Smithsonian National Museum of American History will pave the way for a dedicated APAC gallery on the National Mall.
