Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, also known as Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPI)

What is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month?

Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, also known as Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPI) is an annual celebration in May that recognizes the contributions and influence of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander descent recognized in the United States.

What cultures fall under the AAPI umbrella?

The AAPI umbrella term includes cultures from the entire Asian continent—including East, Southeast, and South Asia—and the Pacific Islands of Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia.

Why is AAPI celebrated in May?

This month was the first month of the first Japanese people to immigrate to the United States and the Golden Spike Day. Golden Spike Day (May 10, 1869) was the date of the completion of the transcontinental railroad which was built with major contributions from Chinese workers.

Join the Celebration!

The County of Delaware, Upper Darby Township, Visit Delco, the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, the Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Philadelphia, and the Delaware County Office of Workforce Development are partnering to host an Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Celebration on May 10 from 3pm-6pm in Upper Darby.

The free, family-friendly celebration includes a variety of exciting and inspiring performances including Korean Drummers, Giddha- Punjab folk dance, and Zoe Erianna from America’s Got Talent. The celebration will be held in the Upper Darby Municipal Parking Lot located at 100 Garrett Road in Upper Darby.

Residents are also invited to explore an online map to discover local restaurants offering delicious food inspired by Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander heritage and culture.

Learn more about the celebration online at www.aapidelco.com