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Exiled to Motown: The History of Detroit’s Japanese American Community

Ann Arbor District Library 343 S. Fifth Street, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

Join the Ann Arbor District Library for a vibrant discussion on the origins of the "Exiled to Motown" exhibit, the history of the Japanese American community in Metro Detroit, and the connections we can make today within our current socio-political climate.

Hmong Cultural Journey

Detroit Institute of Arts 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, United States

Spend the evening celebrating the vibrancy of Hmong culture at the Detroit Institute of Arts for Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month.

Belle Isle Koi Festival

Belle Isle Aquarium 3 Inselruhe Avenue, Detroit, MI, United States

The Belle Isle Conservency hosts the 2023 Koi Festival at the Belle Isle Aquarium from 12-4 p.m. May 6-7, featuring family activities, entertainment, Japanese games, music performance and more.

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Celebration

Farmington Community Library 32737 W 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI

Celebrate our Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community with a special event at the Farmington Community Library! 

Asian American Market & Brunch

Frame 23839 John R Rd., Hazel Park, MI

Join the showcasing of Asian American-owned small businesses, celebrating Michigan’s diverse Asian American entrepreneurs and creatives in the realm of food and drink.

Belle Isle Koi Festival

Belle Isle Aquarium 3 Inselruhe Avenue, Detroit, MI, United States

The Belle Isle Conservency hosts the 2023 Koi Festival at the Belle Isle Aquarium from 12-4 p.m. May 6-7, featuring family activities, entertainment, Japanese games, music performance and more.

Guest Artist Workshop: Sajeev Visweswaran

Detroit Institute of Arts 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, United States

Join Sajeev Visweswaran in the Art-Making Studio for a closer look at some of his artwork and a chance to explore different relief print making techniques.

1473 at Ziggy’s

Ziggy's 206 W Michigan Ave, Ypsilanti, MI

Join the experimental record label 1473, specializing in improvisation, electronics, and collaboration, for a special performance.

University of Michigan’s Gamelan Ensemble

Detroit Institute of Arts 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, United States

Join U of M's Javanese Gamelan Kyai Telaga Madu (“The Venerable Lake of Honey”) and Balinese Gamelan Madu Biru (“Blue Honey”) as they perform traditional music from the islands of Indonesia.

Guest Artist Workshop with Louise Jones (Ouizi)

Detroit Institute of Arts 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, United States

Grab a brush! Stop by the DIA Art-Making Studio and take part in creating a large Detroit-centric wildflower mural using the classic Paint-By-Numbers method with local muralist Louise Jones, better known as Ouizi.

Rakesh Chaurasia Live in Concert

Cook Recital Hall 333 West Circle Drive, East Lansing,, MI

Michigan Sangeetha Natya Academy presents Rakesh Chaurasia Live in Concert.