Blossoming Together: A Recap of Indo Idaho at the AAPI Celebration
the AAPI Celebration at Idaho State Museum
On May 3rd, Indo Idaho had the incredible honor of participating in Blossom Together: AAPI Celebration at the Idaho State Museum. This vibrant gathering brought together communities across Idaho to honor and celebrate the rich and diverse heritages of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) cultures.
With over 800 attendees, the event overflowed with joy, energy, and shared appreciation for cultural expression through music, food, art, and community engagement.
A Taste of Indonesia: Our Food Booth
Visitors to our food booth were treated to Indonesia's bold and comforting flavors. Kak Sufiyah made special homemade dishes, including Nasi uduk/lemak, Rendang, Ayam Goreng, Lodeh, Urap and Telur Balado with sambal terasi and es cincau - that sparked curiosity, conversations, and smiles.
Can you name the Indonesian foods above? 😋
Have you ever tried any of them? If not—don’t worry! Food is always a highlight at Indo Idaho events. 🍛🍢🍚
In fact, we almost never have an event without food—so trust us, you definitely don’t want to miss out!
Sharing Culture Through Education: Our Resource Booth
At our resource booth, attendees discovered Indo Idaho’s mission to promote Indonesian culture through music, language education, and meaningful community engagement. Through conversations and shared stories, we highlighted our programs, performances, and the unique traditions that root us in Indonesia and bloom here in Idaho. It was a space of learning, reflection, and cultural exchange.
Gambang Angklung Ensemble: A Sound of Home
One of the most memorable highlights of the evening was the live performance by the Indo Idaho Gambang Angklung Ensemble. With seven traditional musical pieces, our group—featuring both youth and adult musicians from the Indonesian diaspora—filled the museum with the uplifting, resonant tones of bamboo angklung instruments. The performance moved hearts and drew applause, echoing the soulful sounds of Indonesia across the venue.
Celebrating Together with Creative Friends
The celebration was made even more vibrant by the presence of other talented members of the Indonesian and broader AAPI community, including:
- Share Tea, offering their ever-popular boba drinks
- Crafty Cats, showcasing beautiful handmade arts and crafts
- And many other local artists and entrepreneurs, who brought their creativity, passion, and cultural pride to the day.
We were honored to stand alongside these brilliant individuals, each one contributing to a beautiful tapestry of tradition, innovation, and community.
A Grateful Heart and a Shared Future
At Indo Idaho, we believe in the power of culture to connect, inspire, and unite. We are deeply thankful to the Idaho State Museum, the event organizers, and everyone who joined us for this unforgettable celebration.
Here’s to blossoming together, hand in hand, heart to heart.
Thank you for having us. Terima kasih!
— The Indo Idaho Team