Hmong Cultural Center Museum 🇺🇸

Located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the Hmong Cultural Center Museum offers you a rare and meaningful opportunity to explore the rich heritage, history, and experiences of the Hmong community. Situated in the heart of the Twin Cities—home to over 70,000 Hmong residents—this institution stands as one of the few museums in the United States completely dedicated to Hmong culture. Operating in a space that has served the Hmong Cultural Center since 1992, the museum officially opened in 2021 following overwhelming community support.

Museum director Txongpao Lee emphasizes that this welcoming destination is designed for everyone to come and learn. When you visit, you will encounter detailed informational panels detailing the Secret War alongside triumphs in Hmong sports, featuring notable figures like Olympic gold medalist Suni Lee. You can admire intricate artistic works, including traditional flower cloths and embroidered story cloths, or view authentic musical instruments such as the qeej.

The museum also includes a theater display broadcasting historical documentaries and provides access to the Hmong Resource Center Library, which houses an extensive collection of scholarly materials and literature. It is an essential stop to gain deeper cultural understanding.

What to see at Hmong Cultural Center Museum

• Traditional qeej musical instruments and artistic works
• Embroidered story cloths and traditional flower cloths
• Informational panels on the Secret War and sports stars like Suni Lee
• A theater display showing historical documentaries
• The Hmong Resource Center Library scholarly collection

Visiting tips

Take time to browse the on-site Hmong Resource Center Library to explore its extensive collection of Hmong literature and scholarly materials.

How long: 1-2 hours · Best time: During regular operating hours

How to get there & what’s nearby

Hmong Cultural Center Museum is easy to reach on Saint Paul’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Minnesota State Capitol and Cathedral of Saint Paul, National Shrine of the Apostle Paul. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Saint Paul travel guide.