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  • Upper Level Members and VIP Reception: "At First Light"

    May 24, 2019

    The Japanese American National Museum and Visual Communications invite JANM members at the Sustaining Level and above and special guests to preview At First Light: The Dawning of Asian Pacific America before it opens to the public on May 25. Program with a light reception to follow. Invitations were mailed in early April.

  • Little Tokyo Walking Tour

    Dec 29, 2018

    Learn about past and present-day Little Tokyo on a walking tour led by an in-the-know JANM docent. From murals to monuments, explore both the popular and lesser-known gems of this bustling neighborhood. $12 members, $15 non-members. Museum admission included. Comfortable walking shoes recommended. Weather permitting. Limited to 10 participants.

  • Discover Nikkei Writing Workshop: Nikkei Names–Taro, John, Juan, João?

    Jun 28, 2014

    FREE What’s in a name? Discover Nikkei, a project of JANM, offers a free writing workshop to help you tell the rich stories hidden in your family name, your given name, and even your nickname. Participants will be encouraged to submit their creations to the Discover Nikkei website for inclusion in the Nikkei Names story collection. Submissions accepted June 1 – October 31, 2014. Additional free workshops in San...

  • "Common Ground" Exhibition Tour

    Dec 03, 2011

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

  • "Common Ground" Exhibition Tour

    Nov 05, 2011

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

  • "Common Ground" Exhibition Tour

    Jun 04, 2011

    Tour our ongoing exhibition Common Ground: Heart of a Community with experienced docents.

  • "Common Ground" Exhibition Tour

    May 07, 2011

    Tour our ongoing exhibition Common Ground: Heart of a Community with experienced docents.

  • Nikkei Album Workshop

    May 26, 2007

    One of the features of the National Museum's DiscoverNikkei.org Web site is the Nikkei Album--an exciting and versatile online tool that allows Nikkei and others from around the world to share their personal family stories, community histories, lesson plans, and much more through photos, text, audio, and video. Project staff presents a workshop on how to browse and contribute to Nikkei Album. Free with National Mu...

  • Paper Sculpture Workshop

    Mar 05, 1998

    Come learn how to make innovative paper sculpture arrangements by using colorful paper and folding techniques! Instructor Ryoko Shibata will conduct this free paper sculpture workshop at the Japanese American National Museum, located at 369 East First Street in the Little Tokyo Historic District of Los Angeles, on Saturday, March 21, 1998 from 1 p.m.–3 p.m. For reservations or more information, please call 213.625....

  • Becoming a Family Detective

    Nov 01, 1997 - Nov 02, 1997

    Workshop for Girl Scout Council Badge Requirement Instructor: Karen Yonemoto Learn how to trace down your family history and engage in an interactive search to learn about your experiences in an ethnic community. The Museum is pleased to announce a new collaboration with the Angeles Girl Scout Council as we will explore the themes of identity, family, and community in a fun and exciting way. A tour of the Museu...