Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center

The Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center operates as a traveling museum that presents exhibitions and programs across the United States without a permanent physical location.

The center began operations in 1997 with an advisory group directed by Norman Y. Mineta to investigate methods for representing Asian Pacific American communities at the Smithsonian.

The institution arranges Culture Labs throughout the year, featuring exhibitions, performances, and discussions that highlight Asian Pacific American experiences and contributions.

Visitors can access digital resources, virtual exhibitions, and educational materials through the center's online platform, which serves as its primary public interface.

The center functions as a mobile museum entity, organizing exhibitions and events at different locations while maintaining its administrative base in Washington, D.C.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Inception: 1997

Part of: Smithsonian Institution

Address: 600 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024

Website: https://smithsonianapa.org

GPS coordinates: 38.88687,-77.02129

Latest update: March 8, 2025 13:13