AAPI Heritage Celebration

May 11 – May 19

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Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month celebrates the cultures and influences of 75+ countries from the Asian continent to the South Pacific. Stepping Stones is exploring the many ways that people of Asian and Pacific Islander descent have shaped American culture with a diverse week of curated hands-on activities and captivating performances. Join us in honoring this rich heritage and discover something new with each visit!

All AAPI Heritage Celebration experiences are free with museum admission.

Featured Experiences
Daily Programs
Special Performances
Dances of India: Bollywood Performance by Thirakte Kadam
Saturday, May 11 • 11:00 am and 2:00 pm
Experience the spirited tapestry of Indian culture through the dynamic rhythms and expressive movements of Thirakte Kadam, a renowned dance school based in Stamford, CT. From the energetic beats of Bollywood to the graceful forms of Indian folk and classical dance, this interactive performance will showcase the richness, diversity and beauty of India's dance traditions.
Hawaiian Dance Performance
Saturday, May 18 • 11:00 am and 2:00 pm
Enjoy the vibrant energy of Hawaii brought to life during this exhilarating and interactive Hawaiian Dance Performance! From mesmerizing slow dances to electrifying fast moves, this captivating show promises a dynamic blend of entertainment for all ages. Join us and witness the magic of the Pacific unfold as friends and family take the stage and immerse themselves in the spirit of aloha!
Saturday, May 11
11:00 am and 2:00 pm
Dances of India: Bollywood Performance by Thirakte Kadam
Sunday, May 12
Mother's Day Programs (See Events Page)
Monday, May 13
All Day
Let's Celebrate: Traditional Asian Woodblock Printing
All Day
Let's Celebrate: Create Your Own Drua Boat
10:30 – 11:00 am
Disovery Station: Architecture with Geometric Shapes (Celebrating I.M. Pei)
11:30 am – noon
Turn the Page: AAPI Themed Interactive Storytime
12:30 – 1:00 pm
Disovery Station: Design a Nintendo Inspired Mario Kart
3:00 - 4:00 pm
Art Smarts: Make a Soot Sprite (Celebrating Hayao Miyazaki)
Tuesday, May 14
All Day
Let's Celebrate: Traditional Asian Woodblock Printing
All Day
Let's Celebrate: Create Your Own Drua Boat
10:30 – 11:00 am
World Wise: Dinosaurs of Asia
11:30 am – noon
Turn the Page: AAPI Themed Interactive Storytime
3:00 – 4:00 pm
Let's Celebrate: Make Ancient Indian Fiber Art
Wednesday, May 15
All Day
Let's Celebrate: Traditional Asian Woodblock Printing
All Day
Let's Celebrate: Create Your Own Drua Boat
10:30 – 11:00 am
Disovery Station: Architecture with Geometric Shapes (Celebrating I.M. Pei)
11:30 am – noon
Turn the Page: AAPI Themed Interactive Storytime
12:30 – 1:00 pm
Disovery Station: Design a Nintendo Inspired Mario Kart
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Mutt-i-grees®: Rescue Dog Storytime
Thursday, May 16
All Day
Let's Celebrate: Traditional Asian Woodblock Printing
All Day
Let's Celebrate: Create Your Own Drua Boat
10:30 – 11:00 am
World Wise: Dinosaurs of Asia
11:30 am – noon
Turn the Page: AAPI Themed Interactive Storytime
3:00 – 4:00 pm
Let's Celebrate: Make Ancient Indian Fiber Art
Friday, May 17
All Day
Let's Celebrate: Traditional Asian Woodblock Printing
All Day
Let's Celebrate: Create Your Own Drua Boat
10:30 – 11:00 am
Disovery Station: Architecture with Geometric Shapes (Celebrating I.M. Pei)
11:30 am – noon
Turn the Page: AAPI Themed Interactive Storytime
12:30 – 1:00 pm
Disovery Station: Design a Nintendo Inspired Mario Kart
3:00 – 4:00 pm
Puppet Place: Working with Silk and Music
Saturday, May 18
All Day
Let's Celebrate: Create Your Own Drua Boat
10:30 – 11:00 am
Disovery Station: Architecture with Geometric Shapes (Celebrating I.M. Pei)
11:00 AM
Hawaiian Dance Performance
11:30 am – noon
Disovery Station: Dinosaurs of Asia
12:30 – 1:00 pm
Disovery Station: Design a Nintendo Inspired Mario Kart
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Mutt-i-grees®: Rescue Dog Storytime
2:00 PM
Hawaiian Dance Performance
3:00 – 4:00 pm
Art Smarts: Make a Soot Sprite (Celebrating Hayao Miyazaki)
Sunday, May 19
All Day
Let's Celebrate: Create Your Own Drua Boat
10:30 – 11:00 am
Disovery Station: Architecture with Geometric Shapes (Celebrating I.M. Pei)
11:30 am – noon
Disovery Station: Dinosaurs of Asia
12:30 – 1:00 pm
Disovery Station: Design a Nintendo Inspired Mario Kart
3:00 – 4:00 pm
Art Smarts: Make a Soot Sprite (Celebrating Hayao Miyazaki)

Mathews Park
303 West Avenue
Norwalk, Connecticut 06850
203 899 0606

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