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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 22, 2009
Contact:
, Austin Public Library, (512) 974-7379
Fax: (512) 974-7442
Pioneering Asian American Exhibit at the Austin History Center
Click HERE to see the News 8 Story about the Exhibit
The Austin History Center, Austin Public Library in partnership with the Vietnamese American Heritage Foundation proudly present the exhibit Vietnam to Austin: Restoring Community on display February 21 to July 17, 2009. Focusing on the history, transition, and contributions of local Vietnamese Americans in Austin, this exhibit includes historic photos, documents, periodicals, and archives. Join us as we showcase this fascinating and emerging community that is eager to share its rich culture, heritage, and history. The opening reception will be on March 7, 2009 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Austin History Center, 810 Guadalupe.
The exhibit and reception are free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Esther Chung, Neighborhood Liaison at 512-974-7394 or visit http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/library/ahc.
Vietnam to Austin, the first Asian American exhibit at the Austin History Center, offers a unique perspective on Austin’s Vietnamese community. Each display weaves personal stories of endurance and triumph that will illustrate their incredible journeys and the ways they have embraced Austin as their new home.
Presently, Vietnamese Americans are fast becoming the largest Asian American population in Austin. Many are drawn to this city for its warm climate, job opportunities, plentiful resources, and supportive community. As a result, hundreds of Vietnamese-owned businesses have sprouted up all over town and added tremendous economic growth to our city. Also, there are now many organizations, programs, and religious institutions that exist to serve this growing population.
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