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Hong Zhang Gallery Talk

2013年07月28日

Artist Hong Zhang will conduct a gallery discussion of her work featured in the Portraiture Now: Asian American Portraits of Encounter.

"Hiro: A Story of Japanese Internment" by Keiko Wright

2013年07月27日

A Gold Medal winner at the 38th Annual Student Academy Awards, Hiro is a short documentary explores the life of Hiroshi ‘Hiro’ Hoshizaki. A retired grandfather of six, Hiro was incarcerated at the Heart Mountain Relocation during his adolescence. As we follow him on his own journey to confront the events and memories of his past, we learn of his incarceration and the traumatic repercussions this experience has had on...

Ruthie’s Craft Class: "Kusudama"

2013年07月27日

Learn how to make a decorative Kusudama ball and recycled envelope cards! $9 members; $14 non-members, includes admission & supplies. RSVP early, 10 students max.

Little Tokyo Walking Tour

2013年07月27日

Relive history and learn about present-day Little Tokyo with Museum docents. $9 Members; $14 non-members, includes admission. Comfortable walking shoes recommended. Weather permitting.

Back to California after 100 Years with Misaki Matsui

2013年07月20日

Upon her recent arrival in the United States, Japanese photographer Misaki Matsui uncovered a little known chapter in her family’s history—her grandfather had previously lived in California 100 years before. Misaki set out to learn more about her grandfather’s life in California by following and photographing the footsteps he had taken a century ago. Q&A to follow.

Edible Adventures in Little Tokyo: Sushi Graze

2013年07月20日

This program's previous date was incorrectly listed as July 6. The correct program date is July 20. We apologize for any inconveniences this may have caused. This walk will introduce you to some of the many varieties of sushi. Each will be sampled during a cultural graze of Little Tokyo. The stops will highlight a different kind of sushi along with the unique history of the food and the neighborhood. $70 Members; ...

"Searchlight Serenade"

2013年07月13日

Searchlight Serenade focuses on the proliferation of big bands in detention centers and camps throughout the West during World War II. Nisei quickly organized dance bands when they were removed to the fairgrounds and racetracks that were converted into temporary detention centers, and re-organized them once they were moved to the more permanent detention camps in desolate areas of the country. In all, twenty bands we...

Target Free Family Saturdays: Share Your Story!

2013年07月13日

Celebrate the exhibition Visible & Invisible: A Hapa Japanese American History and share your story with your family and friends! You won’t want to miss out on this fun Target Free Family Saturday. ALL DAY ACTIVITIES: • Create a memory book to jot down stories about you and your family. • Make a family portrait collage. • Ruthie’s Origami Corner: Fold a fun origami camera. SCHEDULE: 11AM: Doors open. 1...

LA Dodgers Japanese American Community Night & Fundraiser

2013年07月12日

Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Colorado Rockies Be a part of the largest Japanese American Community Night at Dodger Stadium and support your favorite community organization. Must purchase tickets in advance through the special online ordering page. For more information, visit janm.org/dodgers-night.

Give The Gift Of Wheels To The Japanese American National Museum

1998年03月25日

Do you have a car that is taking up space or collecting dust in your garage? Before you list it in the Classifieds or call your local towing agency, consider donating your motor vehicle to the Japanese American National Museum! The Museum is seeking tax deductible donations for motor vehicles like cars, vans, trucks, campers/RVs, boats, and even motorcycles! Items not in running condition are acceptable, and we’ll ...