Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month

May is Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, also referred to as Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. 

Cover of Asian American Islanders in Congress, 1900-2017

We invite you to honor and celebrate the rich cultural heritage, achievements, and contributions of Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islanders. Explore our curated display featuring a collection of federal documents highlighting their histories, experiences, and accomplishments.

On the left is Asian and Pacific Islander Americans in Congress, 1900 - 2017, a federal publication prepared by The Committee on House Administration of the United States House of Representatives, and part of our Federal Documents collection.

Upcoming Event

The Library of Congress logo over the words By The People in orange.

By the People Transcription Information Session

February 12, 2025, 3:00 PM
Join us for a virtual information session about the By The People transcription project and prepare for the live stream of the Library of Congress' 2025 Douglass Day Celebration.

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