Tag: culture
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Diaspora on display: Hmong, Nigerian and Oromo art exhibits land in the Twin Cities
Artists from Ethiopia, Kenya honor culture in St. Paul show; Hmong artists gather at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum; and a Nigerian photographer captures Minneapolis and the Black diaspora. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/twin-cities-things-to-do-oromo-nigerian-hmong-art/
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Rise and Grind: The life of a Hmong flower farmer
It’s farmers market season — and that means fresh-picked, fresh-cut flowers and bouquets. But where do those flowers come from? And who is behind all the work? Full story: https://www.wuwm.com/arts-culture/2025-07-31/rise-and-grind-the-life-of-a-hmong-flower-farmer
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Flag Football unifying the community in Hmong Wausau Festival’s tournament
Many Hmong-Americans call Wisconsin home. On Saturday and Sunday, the city of Wausau held an event to celebrate the Hmong culture found throughout the state at the Hmong Wausau Festival. Full story: https://www.wsaw.com/2025/07/28/flag-football-unifying-community-hmong-wausau-festivals-tournament/
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Hmong Wausau Festival celebrates 50 years of Hmong culture in the United States
WAUSAU, Wis. (WJFW) – Today, thousands of people came to Wausau to celebrate Hmong culture. The first Hmong people arrived in the United States around 50 years ago, and the festival serves as an … Full story: https://www.wjfw.com/news/hmong-wausau-festival-celebrates-50-years-of-hmong-culture-in-the-united-states/article_109972da-7e8a-44f8-ae1b-92d2db5135c9.html
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Hmong Wausau Festival returns with celebration of culture, competition and community
Tags: celebrate, celebration, community, competition, culture, festival, Hmong, review, story, WausauWausau Pilot & Review Staff The Hmong Wausau Festival returns this weekend, bringing together community members of all backgrounds to celebrate … Full story: https://wausaupilotandreview.com/2025/07/24/hmong-wausau-festival-returns-with-celebration-of-culture-competition-and-community/
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Hmong Wausau Festival celebrates culture and community this weekend
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) – An exciting weekend of culture and community is on tap as the Hmong Wausau Festival returns July 26-27. The event is held at the People’s Sports Complex, 602 E Kent Street, … Full story: https://www.wsaw.com/2025/07/23/hmong-wausau-festival-celebrates-culture-community-this-weekend/
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Large crowds expected for Hmong Festival this weekend in Wausau
WAUSAU, WI (WSAU-WAOW) – The Hmong Wausau Festival is set to return this weekend at the People’s Sports Complex. This annual event promises a weekend filled with culture, community, and celebration. Full story: https://wsau.com/2025/07/23/large-crowds-expected-for-hmong-festival-this-weekend-in-wausau/
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Celebrate Hmong culture at Wausau Festival July 26-27, 2025
WAUSAU, Wis. – The Hmong Wausau Festival is set to return on July 26-27, 2025, at the People’s Sports Complex. This annual event promises a weekend filled with culture, community, and celebration. Full story: https://www.waow.com/news/celebrate-hmong-culture-at-wausau-festival-july-26-27-2025/article_a1ee6937-a522-40bc-b4f5-8dc4abcd7dbe.html
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Hmong Language and Culture Enrichment Program to host open house July 24
The Hmong Institute’s Hmong Language and Culture Enrichment Program helps Hmong students learn about who they are and where they are from while teaching them about their language and culture. On … Full story: https://madison365.com/hmong-language-and-culture-enrichment-program-to-host-open-house-july-24/
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New foods at this year’s Minnesota State Fair: lumpia, Somali street fries, Jamaican oxtail
The new ethnic food vendors at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair are Lumpia City, Hoyo Sambusa, and Midtown Global Market’s Oasis Grill and Irie Jamaican. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/minnesota-state-fair-new-foods-vendors-2025/
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Hmong International Freedom Festival draws thousands to St. Paul’s Como Park
Hmong International Freedom Festival drew thousands to St. Paul for food, family reunions, sports competitions and more. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/hmong-international-freedom-fest-2025-como-park-st-paul/
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Hmong youth capture Hmong culture in Milwaukee through national storytelling initiative
Local Hmong youth recently celebrated their culture and heritage with a storytelling exhibition. It was on display at the Hmong American Peace Academy in Milwaukee. Full story: https://www.wuwm.com/race-ethnicity/2025-06-25/hmong-youth-capture-hmong-culture-in-milwaukee-through-national-storytelling-initiative
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A Hmong artisan’s mission to preserve his language and music
As society continues to evolve, preserving the traditional culture of ethnic minorities is becoming increasingly difficult. Yet, driven by love and pride for his heritage, artisan Vang A Mang from … Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/a-hmong-artisans-mission-to-preserve-his-language-and-music-post320857.vnp
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“Sixpack” play explores Hmong volleyball culture in Minnesota
Playwright Katie Ka Vang joins The Afternoon Shift to discuss her play “Sixpack” running at Minneapolis’ Jungle Theater which is inspired by her experiences and Hmong volleyball culture in Minnesota. Full story: https://www.msn.com/
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Lilada Gee named Chief Cultural Officer of The Center for Black Excellence and Culture
Rev. Lilada Gee, a longtime Madison community leader, preacher, artist, and founder of Defending Black Girlhood, has been named Chief Cultural Officer of The Center for Black Excellence and Culture, … Full story: https://madison365.com/lilada-gee-named-chief-cultural-officer-of-the-center-for-black-excellence-and-culture/