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Join us this May as we share the stories, cultures, and contributions of our Asian, Native Hawai'ian, and Pacific Islander American (AANHPI) community
The Asian Pacific Islander Coalition of South Puget Sound, in partnership with the City of Olympia and the Evergreen State College and local community organizations, invite all to join us in celebration of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American heritage and cultures. We will have food vendors, performances, and activities for the entire family. The mission of this event is to highlight Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American communities, cultures, traditions, and experiences. This event is free and open to all.
Event Day: May 24, 2025 from 11 am - 4 pm
Event Day Address: House of Welcomes'gʷi gʷi ʔ altxʷ: House of Welcome (The Evergreen State College Longhouse), 2800 Dogtooth Ln NW, Olympia, WA 98505
Contact us at apic.southpugetsound@gmail.com
Get Involved!
Your support will help celebrate and uplift the diverse cultures and contributions of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities in the South Puget Sound area.
1 to 5 hours of time commitment
We are asking for volunteers who can offer their help from a minimum of 1 hr to 5 hr. You’re welcome to sign up based on your availability and still get to enjoy the event!
APIC SPS will offer a designated room for breaks and snacks for our volunteers!
Choose from a variety of roles
We have many roles for our volunteers to choose from! Ranging from logistical support to stage coordination. You are welcome to try something new or contribute your skills to the AANHPI community.
An opportunity to learn about the community!
You will have an unique opportunity to meet and learn from amazing community members through working together. Community Service Hours are available for those who need them.
Interested in joining us as a volunteer for this event? Sign up at the link below!
Getting to the AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration
Whether you are coming from the north (Seattle, SeaTac Airport) or south (Portland): Take I-5 to Exit 104 and follow Highway 101 to the third exit (The Evergreen State College). Travel two miles on the Evergreen Parkway to the main campus entrance on your left. Parking is free and does not require a permit. Disabled Parking (DP) areas are noted on campus maps. You can park at the B or C parking lot. The walk to the House of Welcome will take 7-8 minutes.
Intercity Transit buses run regularly to Evergreen from across Thurston County. Visit the Intercity Transit website for bus routes, schedules, and other transportation options.
Join us!
Whether you join us as a community member, vendor, or volunteer, we are excited to have you!
Vendor and performance applications close on April 21, 2025.
Look at the vendors, performances, and activities we had at the event in 2023! Photos courtesy of Alicia Hall Crowley and video courtesy of the City of Olympia.