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  • Reconstructing Memories: An Art Workshop with Mike Saijo

    May 20, 2017

    In conjunction with Instructions to All Persons, exhibiting artist Mike Saijo will lead this daylong drop-in workshop exploring our connections to history and current events. Photographs of participants will be printed onto pages that they choose from local newspapers and then mounted on wood panels for them to take home. Guests may come and go as they please, but limit is 16 at any given time. No reservation...

  • Author Discussion—"Japan: A Reverence for Beauty" by Gil Garcetti

    Sep 26, 2015

    FREE During more than 10 trips to Japan over a period of five years, author and photographer (and former Los Angeles County District Attorney) Gil Garcetti captured the stunning images reproduced in this limited edition, hardbound portfolio. The photographs are accompanied by illuminating essays, in both English and Japanese, from such noted authors as Pico Iyer, Kendall Brown, Hitoshi Abe, and Atsuko Tanaka. ...

  • Organza Ikebana Design

    Aug 23, 2014

    In this one-of-a-kind class, genzai (present) is merged with tradition. Learn a little about ikebana, the artistry of Japanese flower arranging, and its history in combination with some modern craft techniques. Those techniques will then be used to learn how to make beautiful organza fabric flowers and arrange them into ikebana designs, a hair piece and brooch that will last forever. Appropriate for ages 12+....

  • Member Appreciation Days (MAD)

    Dec 01, 2013

    Friday-Sunday, November 29-30 & December 1 MAD is in its 10th year! National Members get a 20% discount at the Museum Store and janmstore.com, plus free admission and a 20% discount at 16 other participating Southern California institutions including museums, libraries, and other cultural sites like the California Science Center, Craft and Folk Art Museum, MOCA, Pacific Asia Museum, and the The San Diego Museu...

  • Member Appreciation Days (MAD)

    Nov 29, 2013

    Friday-Sunday, November 29-30 & December 1 MAD is in its 10th year! National Members get a 20% discount at the Museum Store and janmstore.com, plus free admission and a 20% discount at 16 other participating Southern California institutions including museums, libraries, and other cultural sites like the California Science Center, Craft and Folk Art Museum, MOCA, Pacific Asia Museum, and the The San Diego Museu...

  • Kidding Around the Kitchen Family Cooking Workshop. It’s Winter: Hurry, Let’s Make Some Curry!

    Jan 29, 2011

    This hands-on class focuses on family friendly curries and side dishes from India, Japan, and beyond. This class will introduce families to all the wonderful aromas and flavors found in these dishes without the heat. We will make some homemade Paneer cheese to finish up this amazing adventure to the lands of curry. All workshops are $25 for members (one child & one adult); $35 for non-members (one child & one adu...

  • Cold Tofu Salutes the Oscars

    Feb 17, 2005

    The hilarious improvisational troupe Cold Tofu returns to the National Museum and they're ready for their close-up. Join us for an evening that's all about Hollywood. Cold Tofu is dedicated to promoting diverse images of Asian Pacific Americans through comedy and to developing multiethnic talent through education and performance. Visit Cold Tofu online at www.coldtofu.com.

  • Discovering Your Family Tree Workshop (Instructor: Chester Hashizume)

    Jun 27, 2004

    This workshop will provide tips on creating your own family tree and will offer sources of information to help identify ancestors and relatives in Japan. You will also learn to access your family tree in the National Museum's Family Registry. Class fees are $5 for National Museum members and $11 for non-members, includes Museum admission.

  • Discovering Your Family Tree Workshop (Instructor: Chester Hashizume)

    Feb 29, 2004

    This workshop will provide tips on creating your own family tree and will offer sources of information to help identify ancestors and relatives in Japan. You will also learn to access your family tree in the National Museum's Family Registry. Class fees are $5 for National Museum members and $11 for non-members, includes Museum admission.

  • Up Close and Personal: Inside L.A.’s Locker Rooms

    Jul 08, 2000

    2ND SATURDAY AT THE NATIONAL MUSEUM Panel Discussion and Q&A for the More Than a Game Exhibition Featuring Tim Kawakami, Los Angeles Times, and Rob Fukuzaki, ABC7 Eyewitness News Whether they are in the locker room with the Los Angeles Lakers or at a press conference at the Staples Center, Tim Kawakami and Rob Fukuzaki are important names in the high-profile world of Los Angeles professional sports. In a profe...