Calendar of Events
July 2008
Exhibitions On View
Glorious Excess (born):Paintings by Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda
Jul 11 - Aug 3, 2008
Living Flowers:Ikebana and Contemporary Art
Jun 15 - Sep 7, 2008
Common Ground:The Heart of Community
ongoing
Programs are free for Members and included with admission for visitors, unless otherwise noted.
Seating is limited, so reservations are recommended prior to attending programs unless indicated. Call 213.625.0414 or e-mail rsvp@janm.org to make reservations.
When contacting by e-mail, please RSVP at least 48 hours prior to the event. Include the name, date, and time of the program, as well as your name and the total in your party.
Events are subject to change.
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National Conference: Whose America? Who’s American? Diversity, Civil Liberties, and Social Justice
3–6 Thursday–Sunday • Denver, Colorado Commemorating the 20th anniversary of the signing of the Civil Liberties Act of 1988, the National Conference examines connections between the WWII Japanese American experience and historical and contemporary issues surrounding democracy and civil rights. For more information, visit janm.org/projects/ec/ |
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First & Central Summer Concerts 1st & Central Summer Concerts: Southern California Ukelele Showcase II
By overwhelming demand, our “uke” celebration makes a return visit. This time we feature “up-and-comers,” including Paula Fuga and Brittni Paiva, among others. Co-curated with Ali Lexa, host of Ukelele Spotlight, KPFK 90.7 FM. 2008 1st & Central Summer Concerts schedule |
6:30pm - 9:00pm |
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Target Free Family Day: Cooking Capers
FREE ALL DAY! Delight in a day of family fun that explores shared cooking traditions within the Asian American community. Generously sponsored by Target, these special Saturdays are filled with fun activities giving families unique ways to learn, play, and grow together. 2008 Target Free Family Saturday schedule |
11:00am - 4:00pm |
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The Artist’s Studio
LAAA’s ArtSpeak presents: Lita Albuquerque's Stellar Axis.An expansion of Los Angeles Art Association 's ongoing ArtSpeak programming, this special evening will feature a screening of Albuquerque's powerful documentary film on her recent site specific art installation in Antarctica. A presentation by the artist will follow. For more information, visit: www.laaa.org |
7:30pm - 9:30pm |
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Insider's Tour & Continental Breakfast for Upper-level Members
Tour with curator Karin Higa includes exclusive access to observe the ikebana artists at work.
Space is limited to 20 persons. Reservations required by July 11 to 213.830.5676 and will be based upon the order received (limit of two persons per reservation). In conjunction with the exhibition Living Flowers: Ikebana and Contemporary Art |
08:30am - 10:00am |
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Living Flowers: Sogetsu Los Angeles Branch (Part 2 of 3)
This program highlights the art of Sogetsu Los Angeles Branch, featured in Living Flowers: Ikebana and Contemporary Art.
In conjunction with the exhibition Living Flowers: Ikebana and Contemporary Art |
2:00pm - 4:00pm |
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First & Central Summer Concerts 1st & Central Summer Concerts: Prelude to the 2008 Central Avenue Jazz Festival
A very special concert on Central Avenue's northern end. This event is a loving nod to the rich and diverse history of one of L.A.'s most fabled streets. Co-curated with pianist-composer Gary Fukushima. Visit centralavenuejazzfestival.com for more information.
2008 1st & Central Summer Concerts schedule |
6:30pm - 9:00pm |
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Little Tokyo Walking Tour
Relive history and learn about present-day Little Tokyo with National Museum docents. $8 Members; $13 non-members, includes Museum admission. Comfortable walking shoes and clothes recommended. Weather permitting. |
10:15am - 12:15pm |
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Bringing the Circle Together: A Native American Film Series -- Black Indians: An American Story
Black Indians: An American StoryNarrator James Earl Jones brings to focus a forgotten part of American history – the cultural and racial fusion of Native and African Americans. Black Indians: An American Story explores what brought the two groups together, what drove them apart and the challenges they face today. Scheduled discussion to follow screening with Valena Broussard Dismukes (Choctaw), author of The Red-Black Connection. Poet Asani Charles (Choctaw/Chickasaw) will open the screening! Bringing the Circle Together: A Native American Film Series Sponsored in Association with the Japanese American National Museum, National Center for Preservation of Democracy, the Southern California Indian Center, Inc., and Haramokngna American Indian Cultural Center Bringing the Circle Together: A Native American Film Series is a FREE monthly film series located in downtown Los Angeles at the National Center for Preservation of Democracy. No reservations are needed and all screenings are open to the public. The film series was established to provide quality documentaries and films by and about Native Americans, and bring together a central gathering place where discussion and news can be shared with the community and its supporters. The film series is held at the National Center for Preservation of Democracy located at 111 North Central Avenue, between 1st Street and Central Avenue, in downtown Los Angeles. The NCPD can be reached via train, bus, or parking in the area (pdf for directions). Films will begin at 7pm, and it is advisable to arrive at least 15-20 minutes prior for seating. Each film will include a raffle at the end of the screening, and may include guest speakers and performances when available. More information will be given, as it is determined. The film series is hosted by Lorin Morgan-Richards and is sponsored by the following organizations: The Japanese American National Museum The National Center for Preservation of Democracy The Southern California Indian Center, Inc. Haramokngna American Indian Cultural Center For more information about the film series please visit www.myspace.com/nafilmseries or by email at nafilmseries@aol.com Bringing the Circle Together schedule |
7:00pm - 9:00pm |
