GRAPHIC: Infographic of facts and statistics about Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Image by The Signal Reporter Hailey Lamoree — Infographic of facts and statistics about Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Image by The Signal Reporter Hailey Lamoree

INFOGRAPHIC: Facts and statistics of Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in America

By Hailey Lamoree Last updated May 7, 2019 1,055 0

In 1978, a joint congressional resolution established Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage week. The first 10 days of May were chosen to coincide with two important milestones in Asian/Pacific American history: the arrival in the United States of the first Japanese immigrants (May 7, 1843) and contributions of Chinese workers to the building of the transcontinental railroad, completed May 10, 1869. In 1992, Congress expanded the Asian/Pacific American observance to a month-long celebration in May that is now known as Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

GRAPHIC: Infographic showing facts and statistics of Asian-American and Pacific Islander in America. Infographic by The Signal Reporter Hailey Lamoree — Infographic showing facts and statistics of Asian-American and Pacific Islander in America. Infographic by The Signal Reporter Hailey Lamoree

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The month of May is dedicated to the celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage. This observance is meant to recognize, celebrate and honor the culture, history and achievements. Houston holds many celebrations throughout the month to honor and celebrate this culture.