Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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Observe the power of the presence, contributions, endurance, and resiliency of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders with the National Park Service and throughout our nation's history.

Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders have a rich heritage thousands of years old preserved and practiced in national parks today. Visit national parks to learn, reflect, and celebrate the invaluable achievements, rich heritage, and incredible journeys as our nation's heritage during May—and all year.

Did You Know?

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month started as a week-long obervance in 1979. Every US president since has issued a presidential proclamation, including when the US Congress expanded it to a month-long celebration in 1992.

American Icons and Legends

In celebration of the 250th anniversary of our country, explore these places in the National Park System that tell the stories of incredible Americans who fought for the ideals spelled out in the founding document of our nation: life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Find more national parks and discover many more stories about American history that may inspire you.

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  Pu'ukohola Heiau NHS

  Walk in the footsteps of a legendary king in the heiau where Kamehameha I united the Hawaiian people.

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  Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania NMP

  Cpl. Thomas Sylvanus, or Ah Yee Way, held up regimental colors for 20 hours during the Battle of Spotsylvania after they kept falling.

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  Golden Spike NHP

  Most of their names lost to time, many Chinese immigrants endured harsh conditions to build the pivotal Continental Railroad.

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  Hawai'i Volcanoes NP

  Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole became a leader in preserving Hawaii's cultural and natural heritage, including establishing the park.

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  Great Smoky Mountains NP

  George Masa's stunning photos of the Smokies played a major role in the campaign to establish a national park.

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  Minidoka NHS

  Minidoka's Honor Roll honors more than 950 men and women from the camp who served in the US military during World War II.

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  Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front NHP

  Her mother a "Rosie the Riveter," Maggie Gee served her country during WWII in the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP).

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  War in the Pacific NHP

  People in Guam and throughout the Pacific Islands defended their homelands throughout invasions, battles, and occupations.

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  Manhattan Project NHP

  Nicknamed "the First Lady of Physics," Dr. Chien-Shiung Wu contributed to the Manhattan Project and the field of experimental physics.

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage All Year

Find resources to learn, teach, experience, and reflect on Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander history and heritage as part of our nation's heritage all year long.