- Yell-Oh Girls
- In personal writings, Asian American girls talk about the challenges they face as they try to navigate through a maze of cultural clashes.
- Related Subject Guide
Asian-Pacific Heritage Month
Asian-Pacific Heritage month recognizes the wide-spread contributions to the United States by Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders in the areas of music, medicine, science and mathematics, technology, literature and the arts. From acupuncture to zen, the cultures, philosophies and technical knowledge of the region have enriched and expanded our lives.
Explore and learn about the vibrant cultures of Asia and the Pacific Islands and their contributions to the growth and development of the United States. Join in the national celebration as we recognize and celebrate the area's people and their achievements.
Suggested catalog searches
- asian art
- asian cooking
- asian american authors - literature
- asian american authors - poetry
- asian american biographies
- asian american women
- asian americans
- asian americans -- civil rights
- asian americans -- ethnic identity
- asian americans -- history
- Buddhism
- chinese medicine
- feng shui
- Hinduism
- Islam
- japanese language
- korea
- oceania
- origami
- pacific islanders
Related websites (local interest)
- Portland Classical Chinese Garden
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A treasure in the heart of downtown Portland, this garden is an authentic representation of Chinese trees, flora, and pavilions.
- Portland Japanese Gardens
- Located in southwest Portland, these gardens offer a peaceful respite from a busy world. Japanese culture is on display in the landscape, the gift store, and in public tours and exhibits.
- Portland Parks and Recreation (Gov. Tom McCall Waterfront Park)
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The Japanese-American Historical Plaza (memorial) is dedicated to the memory of those who were deported to inland internment camps during World War II.
Related websites
- Asia Source
- Developed by the Asia Society to meet the need for timely, reliable, unbiased information and assistance regarding the cultural, economic, social, historical, and political dimensions of Asia.
- Asian Nation
- An information resource and overview of the historical, demographic, political, and cultural issues that make up today's diverse Asian American community.
- Asian-Pacific Heritage Month
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This site was developed by the Library of Congress. Includes an illustrated guide to its Asian collection.
- Asian Reflections on the American Landscape
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From the National Park Service, U.S. Department of Interior (Cultural Resources Diversity Program), this site covers Asian cultural heritage in America.
- Library of Congress: American Memory
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Includes Ansel Adam's photographs of Japanese-American internment at Manzanar - daily life, portraits, agricultural scenes and sports and leisure activities.
- Library of Congress: Asian Center
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Features the various classical traditions of Asia, modern Asia, and the world of Asian books.
- Library of Congress: Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month
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Features exhibits and events highlighting the 2011 month-long celebration.
- Library of Congress: Country Studies (Asia)
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Includes a map with linked countries.
- National Park Service: Confinement and Ethnicity (e-book)
- An overview of World War II Japanese American relocation sites. Chapter 8 - Manzanar Relocation Center.
- Oregon Nikkei Legacy Center
- A local museum that focuses on preserving Japanese-American culture in Portland's Old Town neighborhood.
- Portland Taiko
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Features the artistic ensemble of drum and art forms that involve rhythm, movement and sound.
- Public Broadcasting System - Ancestors in the Americas
- From OPB, this site features Asian-American History links and general resources.