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 mission of the AARC is to provide cultural spaces, resources, services, and educational programs through an Asian American Pacific Islander perspective that bring Austin's diverse communities together. The AARC features nine classrooms, library/computer lab, conference room, assembly hall, and cultural exhibitions/display spaces celebrating all Asian cultures under one roof.

Young Actors Studio Summer Camp: Registration Begins Saturday, March 7th at 10am

Jaidyn Playing in Trees at the AARC

Learn and develop acting and theater production skills, as well as unique art and craft making, while also exploring Asian American history and multiculturalism in these engaging, hands-on camps. All sessions run for two weeks, M-F, 9am to 5pm. For more details, please visit our education page. Space is limited.

AARC Community Ambassadors Application Deadline | Saturday, March 14th, 5pm

Ever wanted to start a book club at the AARC, a gardening group, ping pong tournament or a children's playgroup? Now is your chance! Apply for the new AARC Community Ambassadors program, attend two two-hour training sessions, and develop your own ongoing community program at the AARC. Visit our get involved page for more details.