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JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM MOURNS THE PASSING OF AIKO HERZIG YOSHINAGA

2018年07月20日

Los Angeles, CA—The Japanese American National Museum mourns the passing of trailblazing political activist Aiko Herzig Yoshinaga, who died July 18, at the age of 93. JANM honored Herzig Yoshinaga with its Award of Excellence at its Gala Dinner in April. Herzig Yoshinaga was long recognized as a hero of the successful redress campaign that culminated in the passage of the Civil Liberties Act of 1988. This act prov...

JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM MOURNS THE PASSING OF JIMI YAMAICHI

2018年05月18日

Los Angeles, CA—The Japanese American National Museum (JANM) mourns the passing of Jimi Yamaichi, a pillar of the Japanese American community who was instrumental in the establishment of the Japanese American Museum of San Jose (JAMsj) and an early supporter of JANM. He also participated in JANM’s 2004 National Conference in Little Rock, Arkansas. Yamaichi was raised in San Jose, California, and incarcerated with ...

Statement regarding Rago auction of Japanese American artifacts

2015年04月15日

The Japanese American National Museum is concerned about the upcoming auction of historical art and artifacts. Although not all the facts are known about this particular auction, it is our hope that these Japanese American objects, and others like them, find their way to cultural institutions committed to conserving and sharing them with the wider community. Such items tell an important story for all Americans abou...

Year of the Labbit Custom Show

2011年07月14日 - 2011年09月11日

In conjunction with the exhibition, Year of the Rabbit: Stan Sakai’s Usagi Yojimbo (July 9 through October 30, 2011), a gathering of artists (new and old friends of the Museum) have worked their creative magic on Frank Kozik’s Happy Labbit toy. Participating artists: Alexandra Gjurasic • Aline Yamada • Ambre Aki Gonzales • Amy Inouye • Bendow • Betty Wan Hamada • Bevl • Camilla d’Errico • Catherine Brooks • Chr...

2011 Oshogatsu Family Festival—Year of the Rabbit

2011年01月02日

FREE ADMISSION ALL DAY! Ring in the New Year and the Year of the Rabbit with fun arts ‘n crafts, cooking workshops, and exciting performances. 11:00 – 4:00 PM: Craft and other fun activities for the entire family: Happy New EAR! Make yourself some unique rabbit ears to celebrate the year of the rabbit! Put a whimsical spin on the new year by creating a fun pinwheel Toddler Room Ruthie’s ...

A Special Performance of: "Paper Son"

2010年12月18日

Matinee Show at 2 p.m. / Evening Show at 6 p.m. Tickets: $20/members $25/non-members Celebrate the Seventh Anniversary of CAM with the West Coast return of Paper Son, a critically-acclaimed autobiographical solo show by writer/performer Byron Yee. Presented in partnership with community co-sponsors, the Japanese American National Museum and Visual Communications, Paper Son explores the issues of identity, immi...

OHARA SCHOOL OF IKEBANA TO GIVE DEMONSTRATION AUG. 24

2008年08月20日

The Ohara School of Ikebana Los Angeles Chapter, one of the three schools participating in the Japanese American National Museum’s art exhibition, Living Flowers: Ikebana and Contemporary Art, will give a demonstration of their work and techniques on Sunday, Aug. 24, beginning at 2 p.m. at the National Museum in Little Tokyo. Living Flowers notes the interactions between the practice of ikebana and contemporary ar...

Oral History Workshop -- Part 1 of 3

2005年01月22日

The Life History Program is an integral part of the National Museum's effort to gather and preserve stories for future generations. This three-part series will offer tools and techniques for collecting family histories. Led by Senior Art Historian Art Hansen, PhD?, the first session covers the interview process, including formulating questions and tips to work effectively with relatives. Onetime workshop fee of $20 f...

A Paintbrush, A Cigarette, and A Can of Beer

1998年01月15日

Featuring: Nancy Uyemura and friends We invite you to an evening of exploration into the life and times of MIKE KANEMITSU. Discover the world of Kanemitsu—his influences, struggles, and at times, identity crisis. Hear from the voices of Kanemitsu’s friends, colleagues, and students as they reflect on this extraordinary artist of Japanese American ancestry. Free. Reservations recommended by January 8.

LOGISTICS—2025 NEH Landmarks Little Tokyo Workshop

Lodging, transportation, and dining information for participants in the NEH Landmarks of American History and Culture Workshop for teachers.