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Saturday, May 18
Former U.S. Cadet Nurse Aiko 'Grace' Obata Amemiya will speak about her experiences serving in the U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II.

Sunday, May 19
A Tribute Event for the First Anniversary of the passing of Gordon Hirabayashi

Saturday, May 25
This seminar will celebrate Koji, the fermented medium that creates much of the unique flavor and umami in Japanese cooking.

July 4-7, 2013
Join us in Seattle, WA for a National Conference commemorating the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Civil Liberties Act of 1988.

Pre-registration ends June 5!

Being Nikkei is inherently a state of mixed traditions and cultures. Share your Nikkei+ story with our global audience! Accepting stories now through September 30.

Reserve a group visit for your students! Check out our 2012-13 Group Visit & Educator Programs Guide for information, including how to apply for free admission

Exhibitions


Explore the diverse and complex history of the mixed-race and mixed-roots Japanese American experience

The diversity of contemporary Asian American identity through the groundbreaking work of seven visual artists—CYJO, Zhang Chun Hong, Hye Yeon Nam, Shizu Saldamando, Roger Shimomura, Satomi Shirai, and Tam Tran

An overview of Japanese American history from early immigration to the present day. Incorporates artifacts, artwork, and media—including rare home movies and a section of the barracks from the Heart Mountain concentration camp

The Congressional Gold Medal awarded in 2011 to Japanese American World War II veterans in recognition of their extraordinary accomplishments on display accompanied by educational components

Fighting for Democracy travels to the Levine Museum of the New South in Charlotte, NC. The exhibition explores the lives of seven diverse individuals during World War II

 
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