The Must List

Jaipur Literature Festival Returns to Houston for More Book-Filled Fun

Yes, it’s called the Jaipur Literature Festival. No, you don’t have to fly to India to enjoy all the many thought-provoking festivities. There will be a slew of events here at home.

09/03/2025 By Meredith Nudo

The Must List

For the Second Time Ever, Houston Hosts Texas’s Biggest Sumo Tournament

Shōgeki Sumo Dojo and Asia Society Texas present the 19th Annual Texas Classic Sumo Tournament, offering a deeper look at the history and traditions of Japan’s national sport.

08/13/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Trailblazer

Pioneering Chinese American Artist Gets Long-Overdue Retrospective

Hung Hsien studied under the last court painter in China and made abstract expressionism her own. Asia Society Texas is here to tell you what makes her groundbreaking.

04/23/2025 By Meredith Nudo

The Must List

Asia Society Travels the Stars with Art in the Age of Artemis

From science fact to science fiction, this exhibit provides a glimpse into how outer space has inspired artists across Houston’s (and the world’s) many cultures.

03/03/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Explore Asia

Asia Society’s New Interactive Exhibit Is Unlike Anything Else

The Houston center’s permanent exhibit allows visitors to explore five Asian countries, and in doing so, find commonality and a sense of community.

07/26/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

THINGS TO DO

5 Ways to Spend Your Labor Day Weekend

See some art and live music, have a burger or watch a slab line this holiday weekend.

09/02/2022 By Amarie Gipson

VISUAL ART

Making Home Weaves Stories of Immigration Through Art

This poetic exhibition at the Asia Society is a must-see.

05/18/2022 By Amarie Gipson

AAPI Month

Essay: Why Asian New Year Celebrations Are Important for Houston

Lunar and Solar New Year celebrations are a means of connecting with home and hope.

05/11/2022 By Phoebe Suy Gibson

ARTS GUIDE

Artsy Things to Do This April

A roundup of Houston’s must-attend art and cultural events.

04/01/2022 By Amarie Gipson

News

Very Artsy News: Pop-Up Art Auction, Grants and More

A weekly brief on what’s happening in Houston’s arts and culture scene.

01/18/2022 By Amarie Gipson

ART GUIDE

6 Essential Arts Memberships Every Houstonian Should Have

Support your vibrant art community.

01/17/2022 By Amarie Gipson

NEWS

Very Artsy News: Fresh Arts, HCP and more

A weekly brief on what’s happening in Houston’s arts and culture scene.

01/05/2022 By Amarie Gipson

NEWS

Very Artsy News: Comedy, Dance, Christmas, and more

A weekly brief on what’s happening in Houston’s arts and culture scene.

12/21/2021 By Amarie Gipson

News

Very Artsy News: Asiatown, Marcia Kure and more

A weekly brief on what’s happening in Houston’s arts and culture scene.

11/23/2021 By Amarie Gipson

NEWS

Very Artsy News: Houston Takes Broadway, Virtual Theatre and more

A weekly brief on what’s trending in Houston’s arts and culture scene.

10/25/2021 By Amarie Gipson

NEWS

Very Artsy News: Chinati Weekend, EBONY Power 100 and more

A weekly brief on what’s trending in Houston’s arts and culture scene.

10/04/2021 By Amarie Gipson

NEWS

Very Artsy News: Alley Theatre, Barbara Bush Foundation and More

A weekly brief on what’s trending in Houston’s arts and culture scene.

09/07/2021 By Amarie Gipson

In the studio

Visual Artist Preetika Rajgariah’s Acts of Reclamation

Meet the Houston-based artist bringing yoga back to its Indian roots.

08/17/2021 By Amarie Gipson

Round two

Asia Society Launches Round Two of Artists on Site Series

Meet the four artists.

08/04/2021 By Amarie Gipson

Pass the Syrup

5 Things to Do This Weekend, July 9–11

A soulful concert, powerful photography, and an all-you-can-eat-pancake art show.

07/09/2021 By Emma Schkloven