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The Art of Movement and Coalition Building: Learning from Yuri Kochiyama

2020年07月23日

FREE This discussion centers on the inspiring force of activist Yuri Kochiyama (1921–2014), whose work to build community and solidarity across racial and generational lines in the decades after World War II is a timely model for today’s movement building and efforts toward meaningful allyship. In the 1960s, the Harlem apartment of Yuri and Bill Kochiyama was a hub of community service and social justice mo...

Two-Day Jewelry Workshop: The Wonderful World of Washi

2020年02月22日 - 2020年02月23日

SOLD OUT Saturday, February 22: 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday, February 23: 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Learn how to make your own gorgeous jewelry! Washi is a traditional Japanese handmade decorative paper made from the inner bark of plants such as mulberry, bamboo, and wisteria. The intertwining fibers result in a durable paper that can decorate any surface, including wooden and metal beads. In addition to making a unique wa...

A Celebration of Life: Aiko Herzig Yoshinaga

2018年09月02日

Join family and friends as they gather to celebrate the life of Aiko Herzig Yoshinaga: warrior, activist, researcher, friend, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother. Details and RSVP on Facebook.

Legacies of Postwar Japan’s “War Bride” Era

2018年06月30日

FREE During and shortly after the US-Allied Occupation of Japan, the Japanese women who fraternized with soldiers often met opposition from their families and were shunned by other Japanese. Many mixed-race children faced severe prejudice for being “impure” and born from the former enemy. This symposium brings together various stakeholders to tell the stories of the war brides and their children. By focusing on...

2014 Natsumatsuri Family Festival

2014年08月09日

FREE ALL DAY! Join us for Natsumatsuri, our annual summer celebration featuring traditional Japanese and Japanese American performances, crafts, and activities. See the complete schedule below, or download the flyer! Special perks available for JANM members! Be sure to check in at the front desk to get a member sticker so you can take advantage of the perks highlighted below.

JANM Mourns Passing of George Aratani

2013年02月21日

Japanese American National Museum’s statement on the passing of George Aratani: The Japanese American National Museum mourns the recent passing of George Aratani, founder of Mikasa Dinnerware and Kenwood. In addition to be being an extremely successful and respected businessman, George was an inspiration as a philanthropist and community leader. Along with his wife, Sakaye, George’s commitment to various community...

Happy Tenth: Celebrate the Pavilion

2009年06月20日

You’re invited to a special Open House birthday celebration on June 20! Join us for FREE all day. Don't miss this day filled with family fun activities, performances, and the Members' Coffee & Tours. It's time to visit our magnificent Pavilion and Museum and show it off to your friends and family. All are welcome! Celebrate all that has been presented within and beyond our walls with your fellow members, donors, a...

Evening of Poetry

2005年04月07日

The first of two evenings celebrating National Poetry Month features poets Junichi Semitsu and Amy Uyematsu.

Community Day of Remembrance

2004年02月21日

The Day of Remembrance commemorates the signing of Executive Order 9066 on February 19, 1942, which led to the incarceration of nearly 120,000 Japanese Americans. The program will feature the premier screening of the film Stand Up For Justice, the story of 16-year-old Mexican American Ralph Lazo who voluntarily went to Manzanar to remain with his friends at a time when few stood up for Japanese Americans. The program...

2ND SUNDAY FOR FAMILIES

2001年04月08日

Celebrate an experience for the whole family! Join us for a fun-filled day of arts, crafts, and workshops. No reservations necessary. Celebration of Spring Learn a special printing technique to decorate your T-shirts, aprons, and pillowcases with natural spring flowers. Egg Decoration Workshop Get ready to celebrate spring. Join artist Flora Ito in creating a beautiful symbol of spring.