threads: weaving an intricate banner

In partnership with Asian Arts New York (AANY) and AAPI Heritage Month 518, Albany Center Gallery (ACG) presents threads: weaving an intricate banner, an exhibition in celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. Co-curated by Andrew Kwok, Jennie Tang, and Ed Ticson, the exhibition runs May 1 to June 13, 2026. threads: weaving an intricate banner is free and open to the public; Tuesday–Saturday, Noon–5 p.m.

Artists’ Reception: Friday, May 1, 5–8 p.m. A live performance curated by Asian Arts New York will be held during the reception. Additional programming will take place throughout the exhibit.

Exhibiting artists:
- Toby Barnes
- Ottavia Huang
- Azuré Kauikeolani Iversen-Keahi
- Chong Kang
- Gabrielle Lau
- polarisu
- Mengde Shi
- RUBY SILVIOUS
- Siwei Song
- Kim Tateo
- Yeachin Tsai
- Baju Wijono
- Hongnian Zhang

AANHPI Heritage Month is a nationwide celebration that centers the history, contributions, and diverse experiences of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in the United States. In addition to this exhibition and associated programming, there are many other local groups and organizations highlighting AANHPI creative work; we acknowledge their tireless work and energy.

The exhibition is made possible by ACG Premier Sponsor Kevin Dubner, Partner & Wealth Manager at Sentinel Wealth Advisors of Steward Partners. Support is provided by Ellen B. Brickman, Nancy Pierson & Gary Gold, and the New York Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and New York State Legislature. Additional exhibition support from Jim Salengo and Autumn Thorman.

Additional support for Albany Center Gallery is provided by Advance Albany County Alliance Arts & Culture Grant Funding Program, made possible through the support of Albany County.

Parking in downtown Albany: On-street parking is available adjacent to the Albany Center Gallery (parking meters in effect Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.). Guests can pay for on-street parking using the ParkAlbany app: https://app.parkalbany.com/

Additional parking is available at the nearby Riverfront Garage (off Broadway at 2 Columbia St.). Handicap parking and EV charging spaces are available there. Parking rates may vary; for more information visit www.parkalbany.com/find-parking