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Play with Clay II: Ceramics with a Secret
2005年09月18日
We've created a workshop perfect for the entire family. Drop in and create your own vessel inspired by those created by renowned ceramicist, Toshiko Takaezu. Just add your own secret inside and take home your very own piece of art.
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Jean Ariyoshi: Washington Place, A First Lady's Story
2005年09月16日
Join us in New York! We invite our supporters in New York to join us as we host a special event with Hawaii's former First Lady Jean Ariyoshi at the Japan Society. She will speak about her new book, Washington Place, A First Lady's Story. The lecture will be followed by a reception and book signing. Washington Place, A First Lady's Story is an autobiographical account of her childhood in a small town in Hawai`i...
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Teaching from the Heart: Educators from America's Concentration Camps
2005年09月11日
Approximately half of the 120,000 Japanese Americans interned during World War II were children. As we inaugurate our newest series, American Profiles, we continue to explore the theme of our 2005 Annual Gala Dinner by engaging in recollection and reflection with some of the educators who made a commitment to nurturing the intellectual lives of the youngest inmates. Reservations recommended.
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Taiko @ Noon
2005年09月07日
Enjoy your lunch as you listen to the energetic and compelling rhythms performed by our guest taiko drummers. Every other Wednesday throughout the summer a different master drummer will share the power and meaning of taiko, exploring the diversity of the art form as practiced by master artists from across the Southland.
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Marta Gómez
2005年09月01日
Colombian singer, songwriter, and rising star, Marta Gomez, effortlessly melds American jazz idioms with rhythms from throughout South America. Her work embraces traditional rhythms and pays homage to iconic composers from Simon Diaz to Joan Manuel Serrat, creating a style that one critic called a beautiful "mix but not a fusion." Come early for a 6:30 DJ set of music from around the world by some of the city's be...
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Taiko @ Noon
2005年08月31日
Enjoy your lunch as you listen to the energetic and compelling rhythms performed by our guest taiko drummers. Every other Wednesday throughout the summer a different master drummer will share the power and meaning of taiko, exploring the diversity of the art form as practiced by master artists from across the Southland.
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Craft Class with Ryosen Shibata: Summer themed pop-up cards
2005年08月27日
Design and create greeting cards that truly reach out to the recipient. Colorful summer themes are the subject for this multi-dimensional craft. Class fees are $8 for National Museum members and $13 for non-members, includes supplies and Museum admission. Reservations are recommended.
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Joseph Ileto Speaker Series presents Helen Zia
2005年08月26日
In partnership with the Asian Pacific American Legal Center of Southern California, the National Museum is proud to host this conversation with award winning journalist, author, and activist, Helen Zia. A tireless advocate for the rights of Asian Americans, women, gays, and lesbians, Zia shares the lessons of her work and vision for the future. Named after Filipino American postal worker and hate crime victim, Josep...
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East LA Taiko
2005年08月25日
Lead by master drummer Maceo Hernandez, East LA Taiko marries Afro-Cuban and Caribbean rhythms with driving taiko beats. This concert, which showcases their latest work, will begin with a screening of "Maceo: Demon Drummer of East LA", an award-winning film produced and directed by the National Museum's John Esaki, Director of the Frank H. Watase Media Arts Center. Come early for a 6:30 DJ set of music from around...
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Four-part Taiko Workshop for Kids
2005年08月21日
In this four-session workshop, children, ages 6-12, learn the basics principles of taiko. No previous experience needed; however, space is limited and advance reservations are required. Class dates are: August 21, 28 and September 10, 17. Fees are $50 for National Museum members and $65 for non-members. Instructor: Yuta Kato.