Asia Society Texas' Grand Opening Weekend of 'Explore Asia' Exhibition

Asia Society Texas is holding a grand opening celebration weekend of Explore Asia — an immersive exhibition highlighting five Asian countries across six unique experiences — on July 21–23. The new $4.6 million permanent exhibition — the only interactive learning exhibition in Texas focused specifically on Asia — focuses on Asian art and culture and transforms the experience of visiting AST’s Yoshio Taniguchi-designed Center. The grand opening weekend will include FREE access to the new exhibition, made possible by generous funding from the Ling and George Yang family, along with lion dances and a variety of family-friendly activities.

Through an immersive journey to China, India, Japan, South Korea, and Vietnam, guests of all ages can magically travel across time and space on a virtual bullet train, learn about delicious meals and treats (and where to find them in Houston), take our stage by participating in a drumming experience, and more!  
 
Informed by several years of research and in consultation with an extensive group of scholars and community partners, Explore Asia is designed to spark curiosity and highlight the interconnectedness between the peoples of Asia, Houston, and the United States, building on AST’s belief in the power of art, dialogue, and ideas to combat bias and build a more inclusive society. As AST Director of Education and Outreach Jennifer Kapral and Education and Outreach Manager Phuong Ha continue to research and celebrate the richness of Houston’s global connections and communities, the scope and content of Explore Asia will evolve over time.

Schedule: 

Friday, July 21, 12 – 7 p.m. 
Be one of the first to experience the Explore Asia exhibition.
12:30 p.m. Lion dance starts the day.
1-6 p.m. Paid entry to Performances Across Asia Drumming Experience ($6 per guest).
Locally owned Asian-focused food trucks providing tasty treats.

Saturday, July 22, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
10:30 a.m. Lion dance starts the day.
11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Paid entry to Performances Across Asia Drumming Experience ($6 per guest).
Enjoy additional creative activities and games provided by community partners from across Houston. 
Locally owned Asian-focused food trucks providing tasty treats.

Sunday, July 23, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
10:30 p.m. Lion dance starts the day.
11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Paid entry to Performances Across Asia Drumming Experience ($6 per guest).
Enjoy hourly story times highlighting stories from China, India, Japan, South Korea, and Vietnam. 
Locally owned Asian-focused food trucks providing tasty treats.