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Marvels & Monsters

2013年10月12日 - 2014年02月09日

Through a selection of images from comic books representing four turbulent decades, Marvels & Monsters illustrates how evolving racial and cultural archetypes defined America’s perceptions of Asians. This exhibition draws from noted science fiction author and cultural studies scholar William F. Wu’s comic book collection—the largest archive of comic books featuring Asians and Asian Americans—that was donated to the N...

Preview Reception for "Marvels & Monsters: Unmasking Asian Images in U.S. Comics, 1942-1986"

2013年10月10日

Join us for a special preview, the “Marvels & Monsters: Unbound” Showcase, and reception to celebrate the opening of the Marvels & Monsters: Unmasking Asian Images in U.S. Comics, 1942-1986 exhibition. Hosted by the JANM Young Professionals Network. To RSVP, contact specialevents@janm.org or 213.625.0414, ext. 2222.

Members Gallery Talk: Marvels & Monsters

2013年10月10日

Special insight into the creation of Marvels & Monsters: Unmasking Asian Images in U.S. Comics, 1942 – 1986 will be shared by exhibition curator Jeff Yang during the Members Gallery Talk right before the Preview Reception on Thursday, October 10. RSVP by October 9 to specialevents@janm.org or 213.625.0414 x 2222. Read the full blog article here!

"The Celtic Samurai: A Boy's Transcultural Journey" by Dr. Stephen Murphy-Shigematsu

2013年10月05日

Dr. Stephen Murphy-Shigematsu’s The Celtic Samurai: A Boy’s Transcultural Journey is a multi-media storytelling that illuminates the life of a boy born into a world torn by interracial and international hostilities. This educational performance will discuss multicultural and transnational family experiences.

"Common Ground" Exhibition Tour

2013年10月05日

Tour our ongoing exhibition Common Ground: The Heart of Community with our knowledgeable Museum docents.

Gallery Performance: "Our American Voice"

2013年10月05日

A two-person show exploring the diverse stories of Asian Pacific Americans. Presented in partnership with East West Players. By D’Lo, Vivian Keh-Hue, Giovanni Ortega, Jeanne Sakata and Ova Saopeng, Judy Soo Hoo Directed by Jennifer Chang Set Design by Clement Hanami Sound Design by Howard Ho Costume Design by Nancy Wei Prop Master Ayaka Ohwaki Stage Manager – Olivia Wafler CAST Traci Kato-Kiriyama Joh...

5th Annual Kokoro Craft Boutique

2013年10月05日

Enjoy the popular showcase of unique, handcrafted merchandise. Proceeds to benefit JANM’s educational programs. Free Boutique admission; free Museum admission with a $10 minimum Boutique purchase plus discounts at participating Little Tokyo restaurants (October 5 only).

‘MARVELS & MONSTERS’ EXPLORES IMAGES AND CHARACTERS OF ASIANS AND ASIAN AMERICANS FEATURED IN COMIC BOOKS

2013年10月02日

Los Angeles—The Japanese American National Museum is pleased to present Marvels & Monsters: Unmasking Asian Images in U.S. Comics, 1942-1986 from October 12, 2013 to February 9, 2014. Through a selection of images from comic books representing four turbulent decades, Marvels & Monsters illustrates how evolving racial and cultural archetypes defined America’s perceptions of Asians. This exhibition draws from noted sci...

CANCELLED: Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration

2013年09月29日

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED This event is FREE! The Japanese tea ceremony is called chanoyu or sado in Japanese. It is a choreographed ritual of preparing and serving Japanese green tea (called matcha) together with traditional Japanese sweets to balance with the bitter taste of the tea.

Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration

2013年09月28日

This event is FREE! The Japanese tea ceremony is called chanoyu or sado in Japanese. It is a choreographed ritual of preparing and serving Japanese green tea (called matcha) together with traditional Japanese sweets to balance with the bitter taste of the tea.