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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.
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Little Tokyo Walking Tour
2005年08月20日
Relive history and learn about present-day Little Tokyo with National Museum volunteers on this historic walking tour. Fees are $8 for National Museum members and $13 for non-members, includes Museum admission. Reservations, and comfortable walking shoes and clothes are recommended. Weather permitting.
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Taiko @ Noon
2005年08月17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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Karen Ishizuka, Japanese American National Museum Curator, Named To National Film Preservation Board
1997年04月27日
Karen Ishizuka, media producer and Senior Curator at the Japanese American National Museum, was recently appointed by the Librarian of Congress to the National Film Preservation Board whose mission is to ensure the survival, conservation and increased public availability of America’s film heritage. The board is composed of 40 members and alternates representing the film industry, archives, scholars and filmmak...
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Institute Of Museum Services Awards $112,500 Grant To Japanese American National Museum
1997年04月24日
The Japanese American National Museum was awarded a $112,500 General Operating Support Grant by the Institute of Museum Services (IMS), a Federal agency that strengthens museums to benefit the public. The Museum was one of 953 institutions nationally to apply for grant money. Out of those applicants, 192 received awards totaling over $15 million. Those institutions that qualified have demonstrated outstanding pe...
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Japanese American National Museum Sets Outreach Activities In Atlanta, Texas
1997年04月24日
Continuing its national outreach activities, the Japanese American National Museum has organized receptions and programs in Atlanta and in Austin and Houston, Texas, beginning on Saturday, April 26 and running through the first weekend in May. Museum staff will attend the annual Association of American Museums (AAM) in Atlanta beginning Friday, April 25. Museum President and Executive Director Irene Hirano was...