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1st & Central Summer Concerts 2008 - FREE! Our popular outdoor concert series returns with great music and delicious food in the heart of Little Tokyo Glorious Excess (Born): Paintings by Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda. Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda premieres a brand-new series of paintings and digital work in a special engagement. July 12 through August 3, 2008.
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Thursday, July 24
FREE! A loving nod to the rich and diverse history of one of Los Angeles' most fabled streets

July 23
Join the National Museum in Washington D.C. for a special presentation by Dr. Mitch Maki

August 2
FREE ADMISSION! Examines the coram nobis campaign and the Latin American Japanese “Campaign for Justice,” in relation to social issues facing multicultural America post-9/11

August 10
20 years ago on this date, the Civil Liberties Act of 1988 was signed. Join Prof. Mitch Maki for a special program commemorating the anniversary

Saturday, August 16
FREE ALL DAY! Celebrate summer at the National Museum with a day of fun activities for the entire family

Deadline: July 31
Help us select the prize vehicle for the 2009 Lexus Opportunity Drawing

Exhibitions


Features arrangements from three Los Angeles ikebana schools with international cutting-edge works of art. This innovative exhibition explores the persistence and transformation of Japanese traditions, while highlighting their relevance to contemporary artistic expression.

Special Engagement
Musician/producer/artist Mike Shinoda premieres Glorious Excess (born), a brand-new series of paintings and digital work. The exhibition will be presented in two parts.

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.

 
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