Asian American Resource Center

The City of Austin’s newest cultural facility is housed within the Parks and Recreation Department. This center represents a long-awaited dream for many in the community, and was made possible through an Austin voter approved 2006 Bond Package with an investment from the U.S. Commerce Department’s Economic Development Administration.

Our purpose is to serve the greater community and we invite you enjoy our spaces that are free and open to the public.

ABOUT THE AARC

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In the mid-1990s, a strong desire within the Austin community for an Asian American Resource Center (AARC) emerged. The AARC's mission is to provide public resources, collaborative and educational programming, and a cultural destination that enrich the lives of Austin’s Asian and Asian American community. The vision is to build a resource center that will increase commerce and showcase the best of Asian/Asian American culture, allowing the community to educate, congregate, and celebrate its heritage. The AARC features nine classrooms, library/computer lab, conference room, assembly hall, and cultural exhibitions/display spaces celebrating all Asian cultures under one roof. Additionally, the center will serve as an economic and educational catalyst for the region. For group site visits, please contact aarc@austintexas.gov to schedule an appointment.

Recreational and Intergenerational Community Education (RICE) Launches

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The AARC is proud to announce the launch of RICE – Recreational and Intergenerational Community Education, a new program designed to address the intergenerational wellness and education needs of Austin residents, with particular focus on the underserved Asian American community. For details, visit our RICE FAQs page HERE.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers

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Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a 6-week educational series designed to help unpaid family caregivers practice self care while caring for a relative or friend. Click HERE for more information. Pre-register by Friday, July 18th online at http://goo.gl/GgG67n. Limited spots available. Waitlisted registrants will be informed of spots on July 22nd.