Calendar of Events
August 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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Neglected Legacies: Japanese American Women and Redress: Seeking Justice
FREE ADMISSION!This program examines the coram nobis campaign and the Latin American Japanese “Campaign for Justice,” in relation to social issues facing multicultural America post-9/11. Presented in collaboration with the National Center for the Preservation of Democracy and Dr. Lane Hirabayashi, George & Sakaye Aratani Professor of the Japanese American Internment, Redress and Community, Asian American Studies, UCLA. |
2:00pm - 4:00pm |
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Craft Class with Ruthie Kitagawa: Pet Cards
Create greeting cards for dog and cat lovers as well as kusudama balls. $8 Museum members; $13 non-members, includes Museum admission and supplies.
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1:00pm - 3:00pm |
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America’s Promise
To mark the signing date of the Civil Liberties Act on August 10, 1988, Prof. Mitchell Maki presents an overview of the redress movement and leads a panel discussion with individuals from select ethnic groups about redress in their own communities. Reception to follow. |
2:00pm - 4:00pm |
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Bringing the Circle Together: A Native American Film Series -- In Whose Honor?
In Whose Honor?Filmmaker Jay Rosenstein focuses on the story of Charlene Teters (Spokane) whose campaign against Chief Illiniwek, mascot of University of Illinois, forced many to rethink the larger issue of culture and identity and their representation in the media, and effects on both Native Americans and non-Natives. Scheduled discussion to follow 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 |
7:00pm - 9:00pm |
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68th Nisei Week Japanese Festival Begins
August 16-24, 2008
The 68th Nisei Week Japanese Festival, including the Grand Parade, Street Fair and Street Ondo in Little Tokyo. For more information, please call 213.687.7193 or visit www.niseiweek.org |
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Summer Festival on the Courtyard
FREE ALL DAY!Celebrate summer at the National Museum with a day of fun activities for the entire family. Please note, new time: 1 to 7 PM! Special concert from 5 to 7 pm! Keep checking back for more updates. |
1:00pm - 7:00pm |
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First & Central Summer Concerts 1st & Central Summer Concerts: zocaloZüe and The Cheap Landscape
Two emerging groups offer Afro Caribbean sounds with a twist. From zocaloZüe’s pumped-up Mexican son jarocho to The Cheap Landscape’s distorted Colombian cumbia, bring your dancing shoes for an evening featuring more than a few sonic surprises. Co-curated with independent producer Betto Arcos.
2008 1st & Central Summer Concerts schedule |
6:30pm - 9:00pm |
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Living Flowers: Ohara School of Ikebana (Part 3 of 3)
This program highlights the art of Ohara School of Ikebana Los Angeles Chapter, 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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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 |
