Founder and Executive Director

With over a decade of experience in the museum field, Mai is driven by the vision of permanently preserving and sharing the evolving history of Hmong heritage, empowering individuals to tell their own stories.

Director of Partnerships & Development

Chee Meng brings extensive experience in community engagement and a commitment to working with diverse communities to shape public spaces. He is based in Boulder, CO, with a footing in Minneapolis, MN.

Gallery Assistant

Kayanee has a deep passion for art, design, and the preservation of Hmong culture. She believes in the importance of connecting with and celebrating Hmong heritage through artistic expression, storytelling, and community engagement for future generations.

Gallery Assistant

Chitsia has a genuine love for history, documentation, and the arts. Inspired by the rich tradition of Hmong oral history, she is committed to ensuring that unique narratives are heard and contribute meaningfully to the world.

Chuayi currently serve as a 4-year Scholar Advisor at Wallin Education Partners. She served as a past board member for the Minnesota College Personnel Association, College Possible Alumni Corps, and with STAR (Strategies for Trauma Awareness & Resilience). She graduated from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities with a Bachelor of Arts in English and received a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Saint Catherine University.

Billy is a Xib Fwb Hmong Shaman. Chosen as a shaman at a young age, Billy stems from a centuries-old bloodline of Hmong shamans, inheriting a deep-rooted passion for preserving Hmong culture and providing spiritual healing. Recognized in the healthcare and mental health sectors, Billy provides workshops on integrating shamanism with modern practices.

Lillian currently serves as a Senior Lead Analyst at Optum Labs. She is currently a member of the Hmong American Farmers Association (HAFA), and has been one since the fall of 2013. Lillian graduated from Brown University with a degree in Community Health and received a Masters from Yale University in Public Health, and a Masters from the University of St. Thomas in Business Administration.