Councilmember John S. Lee, Councilmember Nithya Raman, the Los Angeles City Council, and the 2023 Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Committee officially announce May 19 as HAPA Day. The city of Los Angeles reflects the prevalence and modern evolution of HAPA Americans (Americans of partial Asian or Pacific Islander descent).
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2023 ASIAN AMERICAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH – HAPA DAY PROCLAMATION
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Upcoming Events
Free
SUIHO EN – JAPANESE GARDEN
Amid the San Fernando Valley lies an oasis – a 6.5-acre garden featuring three gardens in one. First, the Japanese Garden has a dry Zen meditation garden containing Tortoise Island, a three-buddha arrangement of stones, and a wisteria arbor at the end of the Plover Path. Next along the path is an expansive Chisen or “wet-strolling” garden with waterfalls, lakes and streams, abundant greenery, and stone lanterns, which were hand-carved by artisans in Japan. At the end of this path…
$13 – $36
The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens
Explore living collections of orchids and camellias, a botanical conservatory, a fragrant rose garden, a children’s garden, and more, in 16 themed gardens spread over 120 acres. All visitors, including members, must reserve tickets online in advance. Open Daily, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Closed on Tuesdays
Free – $25
Outside the Mainstream
Adjacent to John Waters: Pope of Trash, in the Warner Bros. Gallery, the Academy Museum presents Outside the Mainstream, an installation that pays homage to the work of other radically independent filmmakers—such as Kenneth Anger, Shirley Clarke, Jack Smith, Andy Warhol, Gregg Araki, Todd Haynes, and Rose Troche—who operate beyond the pale of mainstream cinema. The gallery focuses on examples from the American avant-garde, underground film, and New Queer Cinema movements, united by how forward-thinking film journalists including Jonas Mekas…
$29
THE HUNTINGTON’S CHINESE GARDEN – THE GARDEN OF FLOWING FRAGRANCE
Liu Fang Yuan or the Garden of Flowing Fragrance, is one of the finest classical-style Chinese gardens outside of China. Filled with Chinese plants and framed by exquisite architecture, the landscape is enriched with references to literature and art. Visitors can find both physical relaxation and mental stimulation when exploring the dramatic 15-acre garden.
Free
EARL BURNS MILLER JAPANESE GARDEN
Feed our playful koi, stroll the winding pathways, view the Tea House, or reflect at the Zen Garden. Each season unfolds with colorful blossoms, exciting cultural celebrations, and intriguing exhibits. No entry is allowed without a reservation; tickets are available on the website. Tuesdays – Fridays, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.