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It is the mission of the Hmong Cultural Center to promote the personal development of children, youth, and adults through education while providing resources that enhance cross-cultural awareness and understanding.

The Bush Foundation announced the 2025 Bush Fellows – individuals whose bold vision and leadership are shaping communities in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and the 23 Native nations that share the same geography.

Join us as we celebrate 50 years of Hmong freedom after the exodus from Laos at the 43rd Annual Hmong International Freedom Festival.

Skyline Mini Golf returns to the Walker rooftop this summer with stunning skyline views and fun for all ages.

Culture Bearers have been defined as individuals deeply rooted in their cultural heritage, actively participating in, and transmitting their community’s traditions, practices, and knowledge to future generations.

Start your summer at Tater Daze in Brooklyn Park on Saturday, May 31st!

Don’t delay – book now to ensure blood /platelets are on hand when seconds count. May brings end of school year celebrations and activities, and it’s easy for things to fall off the radar.

Produced by Twin Cities PBS (TPT) and Hosted by Chef Yia Vang, the Sixth Season of the Food and Culture Series Premieres June 23.

In 1992, Congress passed Public Law 102-450, designating May as Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, commemorating the month that marked the arrival of the first documented Japanese immigrant to the United States and the completion of the transcontinental railroad, a feat that culminated from the contributions of ~20,000 Chinese immigrants.

The Hmong Cultural Center, located at 375 University Avenue, Suite 204 in St. Paul, provides community outreach activities related to multicultural education for the purposes of promoting positive race relations in the Twin Cities community. 

Radon—an odorless, tasteless and colorless gas found in homes and buildings at high levels throughout the United States—is the second leading cause of lung cancer.

The City of Brooklyn Park invites you to join them for a second Community Open House on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at the Brooklyn Park Small Business Center (7970 Brooklyn Blvd) from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

The City of Brooklyn Park recently broke ground on its highly anticipated Teen Center, a dedicated space designed to empower and support local youth.

Some people dream of becoming a Minnesota State trooper from childhood but for Trooper John Thao, the path to the patrol came later in life.

Dr. Chee Vang’s journey from feeling embarrassed by his lack of Hmong fluency to becoming an advocate for healthcare literacy is truly inspiring.

United Hmong with Disabilities (UHD) is excited to announce the 2025 National Hmong Disability Conference, set to take place virtually on March 1, 2025. The conference, themed “Building for Tomorrow at the Intersection of Hmong Culture & Disability”, will provide a platform for Hmong individuals with disabilities, their families, and allies to connect, share experiences, and advocate for a more inclusive future.

Hmong American Partnership (HAP) and its subsidiary, Hmong National Development (HND), are pleased to announce an award of $7.3 million from the Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA).

2024 was a very eventful year at the Hmong Cultural Center. They take a look back at some of their highlights from 2024.

2024 was a very eventful year for the Hmong community locally, nationally, and beyond. The Hmong Times looks back at some of the top stories of 2024. 

Asians are the fastest-growing racial group in the U.S. Yet most Americans can’t name a famous Asian American or a single event or policy related to them, according to a recent study by The Asian American Foundation.

Against historic surges in anti-Asian hate since the pandemic, a new pilot program is helping AAPI communities heal from hate crimes.

My story is akin to those of other Asian students who struggle to balance academic success against a “rigid backdrop of stereotypes” that paint us as “perpetual outsiders.”

In Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, where communities from around the globe have found a new home, an event unfolded that celebrated not just one culture’s heritage, but the universal spirit of resilience and courage shared by all immigrants.

The 44th Annual Hmong New Year Celebration is here! Taking place on November 30 and December 1, 2024, at the Saint Paul RiverCentre, this exciting event brings together the Hmong community to honor its vibrant cultural heritage. This year’s theme, “Remembering Our Roots,” highlights the importance of preserving tradition and connecting with family across generations.

Animal Humane Society humane investigators have the answer.

Hmong American Partnership (HAP) celebrates the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s (Treasury) release of the National Strategy for Financial Inclusion in the United States, which benefits from the input from HAP’s President and CEO, May yer Thao.

The Minnesota Hmong New Year Festival is an eagerly anticipated event that brings together thousands of attendees from across the globe to celebrate Hmong culture, heritage, and community.

The air is getting more relaxed, and the leaves and cornfields are turning yellow. Fall is here. With the change in weather comes a list of home maintenance that all homeowners should tackle before the icy stuff sets in.  

Each year, the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation hosts the Facing Race Awards, an event that honors community advocates working tirelessly to create lasting change.

In a significant move that resonates both personally and professionally, Chenue Her has joined FOX 9 as their new morning anchor.

When I tell my story about how I became one of the leaders of a Girl Scouts troop for Hmong girls, I credit my daughter for being my inspiration.

Now in its ninth year, Hmong Minnesota Day at Dan Patch Park is about hope, healing and a celebration of life. Hmong MN Day is a celebration of culture, history, performance arts, and the contributions of Hmong Americans in Minnesota.

St. Paul native Suni Lee has officially earned her spot on the U.S. Women’s Gymnastics Olympic Team, marking a significant milestone in her already illustrious career.

Innovative Tuition-Free Career and Technical Education Programs to Launch this Fall

Mark your calendars for one of the most anticipated cultural events of the year. The 2024 Hmong International Freedom Festival, affectionately known as J4 (short for July 4th), is set to take place on June 29th and 30th at McMurray Field in St. Paul, Minnesota.

The Hmong Cultural Center is excited to announce the completion of the next phase of its museum expansion! In the first half of 2024, nearly 800 square feet of storefront space has been added to the museum along with track lighting in all exhibit areas and additional security enhancements.

The United Hmong Family, Inc. (UHF); a Minnesota tax exempt nonprofit organization is proud to present the 42nd Annual Hmong Freedom Festival and its accompanying sports tournaments.

The Freeman Foundation based in Hawaii has awarded Hmong Cultural Center a new $50,000 grant to support capital expenses associated with our Museum Expansion Project in 2024-25.

The risk of getting scammed when buying a car – the highest purchase many consumers make short of a house – can be as stressful as the risk of a pile-up commute.