05/03/2024
May is Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! There is a long and complex history of the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in our community, stretching back hundreds of years. For example, Tucson was once home to over 500 Chinese markets, many of which were situated alongside Latino businesses in barrios, communities, and neighborhoods in District 5!
AAPI Heritage Month is a wonderful time to explore this part of our community's history-- including through exhibitions, oral histories, and walking tours like this one shown here on the Chinese history of downtown Tucson!
Visit our Pima County Public Library to find more of these stories, or check out the Tucson Chinese Cultural Center for events and more resources and then celebrate AAPI Heritage Month! ✨