Asian American Resource Center

Asian American Resource Center Building

The Asian American Resource Center’s mission is to create a space of belonging and healing for Asian American communities in Austin and beyond. We do this through community collaborations and partnerships; providing rental space; organizing cultural, educational and health wellness programs; and curating art and historical exhibitions. We lead with our values and our vision, so that our diverse communities are supported and connected.

The Asian American Resource Center is open, Monday – Friday 10am-6pm and Saturday 10am-4pm. We provide both virtual and in person events for the community. Visit our Events Calendar to learn more. View the Virtual Reality Tour of Asian American Resource Center.

AARC Facility Projects

Water Quality Project

Learn more here.

Map of AARC showing Water Quality Project

Phase II Expansion Plan: Performing Arts Center

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illustrated drawing of AARC map for phase two

Upcoming and Current AARC Programs and Events

The AARC and Color Arc Productions Presents: Romeo and Katrina, a Musical

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On September 17, 2022 at 7pm, join the AARC and Color Arc Productions for a live, in-person Work-In-Progress Concert Reading of Romeo and Katrina, a musical set four years after Hurricane Katrina devastated the city of New Orleans. Romeo and Katrina is a musical in development created by Christine Hoang & Tyler Mabry, directed by Marcus McQuirter. RSVP at www.aarcatx.eventbrite.com

Youth Voices Rising: Fall 2022

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An 8-week leadership academy for Asian American youth, ages 10-14 to learn of Asian American history through award-winning graphic texts. Learn about Chinese, Korean, Japanese and Vietnamese American histories, record your family’s oral history and create digital videos and stop-motion animation using new technologies! Learn more and Apply here: Application Here

Current Exhibits

Thank You Enjoy - a photography exhibition by Katie Gee Salisbury

Sweet and Sour - A Ceramists Group Show

Mr. Huang's Calligraphy - Observe a lifetime of artistic achievement by Chinese American artist Dongpo Huang.

Senior Programs

AARC staff is excited to offer limited wellness classes at the facility and continue virtual classes. Learn more by visiting: www.austintexas.gov/page/aarc-senior-programming