Filipino American Community History
Katipunan: The Filipino-American Association of Maryland
Katipunan was founded by a roomful of Filipinos in 1969. For the next six decades, Katipunan would bring together thousands of Filipino community members for countless events.
Learn more about the association
Sony Robles Florendo: Art from the Heart
Remembering a beloved matriarch and activist of Baltimore’s and Maryland’s Filipino-American community, who first picked up a paint brush at the age of 77.
Learn about Sony Robles Florendo
Our Home Too: Nerissa Paglinauan
Nerissa Paglinauan shares her experiences growing up in the Baltimore area and working in the local arts scene. This is part of a 2021 panel organized by AA&CC, Baltimore Sister Cities, and Baltimore City Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs.
Watch the video on YouTube
The Learning
Four women who leave the Philippines to teach in Baltimore schools are featured in "The Learning," a documentary by Ramona Diaz.
Watch excerpts of the documentary on PBSGreater Baltimore Asian Community History
Read more stories from APIMEDA (Asian Pacific Islander Middle Eastern Desi American) communities in the greater Baltimore region.