JANM on the Go logo
Closed for Renovations

JANM’s Pavilion is closed for renovation and will reopen in late 2026. While the museum and store are closed, join us for programs and events on our Little Tokyo campus, throughout Southern California, and beyond. 

Learn More

Search Results For

  • Dan Kwong: "What? No Ping Pong Balls"

    Jun 03, 2018

    Performance artist Dan Kwong teams up with taiko artist Kenny Endo for this moving and hilarious tribute to Kwong’s rebellious late mother, Momo Nagano. Kwong traces Nagano’s journey from her all-American girlhood in Los Angeles to World War II incarceration camp, her life as a single mother raising four kids, and her transformation from housewife to Venice Beach artist. By including video interviews with other Ja...

  • Origami Workshop with Paul Jackson

    Aug 21, 2016

    SOLD OUT Above the Fold artist Paul Jackson will lead a hands-on workshop that gives participants a taste of the unique folding and cutting technique he used to create the works seen in the exhibition. Jackson will explain how the technique evolved, how he uses it, and some the many variations that are possible. Time will be allowed for personal discovery. No origami experience is necessary. $20 members;...

  • Asian Pacific American Workers’ Rights Hearing

    Apr 09, 2011

    FREE! Asian Pacific American union members have been an integral part of the U.S. labor movement—but have often been overlooked. Please join us to hear personal stories directly from local Asian American and Pacific Islander workers and youth in the fight for workers rights, immigrant rights, civil rights. Presented in partnership with Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, Los Angeles Chapter, UCLA Labor Cente...

  • Quetzal

    Feb 03, 2005

    Quetzal gives a rare acoustic performance featuring their trademark mix of Mexican and Cuban rhythms, jazz, and rock. These hometown favorites create music that celebrates social and spiritual empowerment and liberation. Their conscious lyrics and sounds will be accompanied by powerful images by Akira Boch, National Museum Frank H. Watase Media Arts Center staff.

  • 2ND SUNDAY FOR FAMILIES

    Sep 09, 2001

    Celebrate "Grandparent's Day" at the National Museum! Invite your grandparents to join us in honoring them for the special role they play in our lives. "Stories I Learned from my Grandparent(s)" Presentation & Dessert Reception A fun & touching look at how grandparents enrich our lives. Includes an opportunity for children from the audience to share special stories about their grandparents. Special participation ...

  • Recording Family Stories: Oral History Workshop for Beginners

    Feb 07, 1998

    Featuring: Karen Yonemoto Learn to document your family history through the recording of life stories. This workshop will provide basic training in doing background research, equipment selection, and preparation for conducting an effective oral history interview. Reservation required by February 1. Members $5, non-members $9 includes Museum admission.

  • Fall into Paper Sculpture

    Nov 22, 1997

    Instructor: Ryoko Shibata Create wondrous sculptures with paper as Shibata Sensei takes us on a journey to explore our creativity. Free with Museum admission. Reservations required by November 19. This program is made possible in part by a grant from the City of Los Angeles, Cultural Affairs Department.

  • Origami Hinamatsuri (Girl's Day) Doll Series - Part 1

    Feb 08, 1997

    Instructor: Ryoko Shibata. Celebrate Hinamatsuri (Girl’s Day) by making your own set of origami (paper folding) dolls for display. Three classes in the series: Saturday, February 8 and 15, and March 1, 1997. Class fee is $15 for members, $20 for non-members. Register before January 26.

  • Contested Histories: Preserving and Sharing a Community Collection—Events

    Public programs related to Contested Histories: Preserving and Sharing a Community Collection.

  • J.T. Sata: Immigrant Modernist—Events

    Programs are free for museum members and included with admission for visitors, unless otherwise noted. To see a complete listing of the JANM’s programs, check out our Events Calendar. Please check back for more related events.