Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Festival
THURSDAY, MAY 15, 2025
ELEGANT DANCERS — The Albuquerque Chinese Folk Dance Ensemble performs at the Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Festival at the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History. Various groups performed traditional dances for attendees to enjoy. (Photo by David Lienemann)
ORIGAMI FOR ALL — Sandia electrical engineer Lili Xiao teaches 7-year-old Sara Koehler origami. In addition to Lili’s origami demonstrations, the New Mexico Chinese School of Arts and Language taught Chinese calligraphy and paper cutting throughout the day. (Photo by David Lienemann)
SANDIA SUPPORT — From left, Sandia Chief Information Officer John Zepper, his wife Brenda and Deputy Labs Director for Nuclear Deterrence and Chief Technology Officer Rita Gonzales watch a performance by the Chinese American Citizens Youth Dance Troupe. The event was organized by Sandia’s Asian Leadership and Outreach Committee and sponsored by Sandia and Kairos Power. (Photo by David Lienemann)
