Big Dreams in Denver’s Little Saigon celebrates five decades of resilience, creativity, and community.

Beginning in the 1980s, Southeast and East Asian refugees and immigrants transformed a pocket of Denver into a vibrant hub of culture, commerce, and belonging. From bustling markets offering a taste of home to restaurants introducing phở and other beloved dishes to Colorado, the Little Saigon Business District serves a place where traditions thrive, families gather, and new opportunities take root. Festivals, fashion, music, and nightlife keep the district buzzing with energy, making it both a home for the community and a destination for all.

This exhibition, done in partnership with Colorado Asian Pacific United, showcases the experiences and memories that make the neighborhood unique. Visitors can explore the sights, sounds, and smells that define Little Saigon and see how this vibrant community continues to inspire, delight, and bring people together.