May 11, 2021

By Ellen Lee
From building the first transcontinental railroad to sacrificing their lives during World War II, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have long been a part of U.S. history.

Many of these contributions have been overlooked, glossed over, or largely forgotten. But there are parks, monuments, and memorials all over the country that recognize their contributions and experiences, and those places are worth a visit.

To celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, as well as to draw more attention to these landmarks, the U.S. National Park Service has curated an itinerary of national parks and historic places that recognize the important roles that those from the AAPI community have played. (read more…)