December 9, 2021

 

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

See the full calendar of virtual events and in-person events »

IN-PERSON ONLY

Winter Wonderland

Saturday, December 11, 10 a.m-12:30 p.m.Join in-person: Free for Members, $10 Nonmembers (groups of 4) 

Join us for a hands-on family workshop to celebrate the arrival of winter!Make memories and holiday mementos together while learning about arts and culture in Japan and the Philippines.
 

 

IN-PERSON ONLY

Roundtable With Dr. Ishrat Husain

Tuesday, December 14, 8 a.m.Join in-person: Free for Members, $10 Nonmembers

Join us for a roundtable with internationally renowned economist Dr. Ishrat Husain, and hear his views on inflation, global supply chain issues facing Asian countries, and the impact on the U.S.

IN-PERSON ONLY

Asia Society Texas Children’s Film Festival

Monday, December 20 – Wednesday, December 22, 10 a.m – 3 p.m Daily
Join in-person: free admission; registration required 

Celebrate winter break holiday with a magical film festival exploring the humor, action, and artistry of animated and life-inspired movies from around the world.

 

CELEBRATING HOUSTON’S ASIATOWNS

ON-DEMAND

Spotlight Asiatown

Asia Society Texas’ new initiative Spotlight Asiatown is a gateway to explore concentrated areas of AAPI-owned businesses and neighborhoods. The project highlights the stories of small business owners, dives into Houston’s cultural history, and makes it easy to try some of the city’s best food.Plan your next outing to Houston’s Asiatowns with help from our restaurant recommendations, on-demand content, and an interactive map!
 

ONLINE ONLY

At Home in Asiatown Virtual Tours

Thursdays December 16, January 13,January 27,
6–7 p.m. CT
Join online: Free for members, $5 for nonmembersExplore Houston’s Asiatown from the comfort of home and dive into the history and culture of a slice of our diverse city. 

 

 

RECENTLY AT ASIA SOCIETY TEXAS

Revisit our previous programs, via recaps and full video »

December 6 — In partnership with the U.S Small Business Administration, Asia Society Texas hosted a webcast that featured trade experts who spoke about small businesses exporting in Asia. Read the recap, with full video »
 

EXHIBITION ON VIEW

IN-PERSON ONLY

Divine Spark: Kana Harada

On view through January 9, 2022
View in-person: Free for Members, $5 Students and Seniors, $8 Nonmembers

Through multimedia sculptures, intricate paper cut installations, and vibrant paintings, artist Kana Harada transforms the galleries into a space of regeneration and renewal.

Exhibition Hours:

Thursday–Friday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Plan your visit »

 

MONTHLY TOURS

IN-PERSON ONLY

Architecture Tours

Saturday, December 11, and Saturday, January 8, 10–11 a.m.Join in-person: Free for members, $5 Students and Seniors, $8 Nonmembers

Enjoy a guided tour to learn more about the materials and influences of Yoshio Taniguchi‘s first free-standing building in the United States!

IN-PERSON ONLY

Art Tours

Saturday, December 11, and Saturday, January 8, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.Join in-person: Free for members, $5 Students and Seniors, $8 Nonmembers

Experience the art on view at Asia Society Texas on a personal level! Join a docent-led tour of Divine Spark: Kana Harada before the exhibition closes.

 

AROUND TOWN

8th Annual Islamic Arts Festival: Join the Islamic Arts Society for an in-person and online arts festival. The event will feature art from renowned artists from across the US with live interactive sessions on calligraphy, henna tattoo, Ebru, painting, Arabesque pattern coloring and children’s art activities. Visitors will be able to browse and buy artwork online from the comfort of their homes. Saturday-Sunday, December 11-12, 10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CT.