A new art space in Little Mekong

Where it’s at: FUSE: 422 University Ave. W., Ste. 14, St. Paul.

What it’s about: Hmong American designer and artist Christina Vang embarks into curation for the first time in “ALOUD.” FUSE is a new mixed-use artist space in the Little Mekong district of St. Paul. For the show, Vang has selected five artists all examining the process of healing, transformation, and the diverse identities of first and second generation Asian Americans through art. Pieces include 3-D installation, embroidery, and illustration. Artists on view include Anisha Yang, Nicollazzi Xiong, Peter Phung, Tori Hong, and Xee Reiter. Come early to get some yummy snacks by Soul Lao.

When: The opening reception is from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, and the show is on view this weekend at the Saint Paul Art Crawl.

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Sheila Regan