For many Filipinos in Seattle, a major way of connecting with their culture throughout October’s Filipino American History Month is through food.
Filipino American History Month celebrated at the Washington State History Museum
The Washington State History Museum hosted “Laban: The Filipino Fighting Spirit” on Thursday—a community event celebrating Filipino American History Month.
A new Filipina Barbie celebrates Filipino American History Month
In a tribute to Filipino culture, Mattel Creations has unveiled the ‘Barbie Styled by Design Doll 2’ designed by Carlyle Nuera.
Most clicked 2015 stories – (According to Google Analytics!)
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Honoring Filipino veterans
In recognition of Filipino American History Month, members of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), including U.S. Senator Mazie Hirono and Representatives Tulsi Gabbard (HI) and Mark Takai (HI), held […]
Recognized! — White House introduces Filipino American History Month
By Ador Pereda Yano Northwest Asian Weekly For the first time, the White House marked the presidential recognition of the month of October as Filipino American History Month. On October […]
Diverse group of APA community contributors honored
By James Tabafunda Northwest Asian Weekly The freezing outdoor temperature did not dampen the warm atmosphere of handshaking and extended congratulations inside the House of Hong Restaurant.
Top Contributor: Rey Pascua
By Nina Huang Northwest Asian Weekly Rey Pascua was the persistent and committed man who helped proclaim October as Filipino American
Local community celebrates Filipino American History Month in October
In 1991, Dr. Fred Cordova, co-founder of the Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS), celebrated the first Filipino American History Month in October.
Senate resolution aimed to expose neglected Filipino history
Halloween has some competition. The Washington State Senate unanimously voted earlier this month to recognize October as Filipino National History Month.