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  • Hapa Writers in Conversation

    Sep 08, 2018

    If you missed the program, you can watch it online on JANM’s YouTube channel. In conjunction with JANM’s hapa.me exhibition, creator and photographer Kip Fulbeck will moderate a conversation with hapa writers covering topics including Asian American identity, drawing from personal stories, and how cultural education influences their storytelling. The panel will include New York Times bests...

  • Hello Kitty Girl Scout Program

    Nov 22, 2014

    In this special program just for Girl Scouts, start your visit to Hello! Exploring the Supercute World of Hello Kitty before museum hours and then create your own Hello Kitty–inspired artwork. $10 members; $20 non-member scouts ages 6-17; $30 non-member scout parents/troop leaders. Museum admission, materials, and participation patches included. Limited to 45 participants. This program is sold out. Additional H...

  • 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.

  • Family Day: Activities, Films, and Family Fun!

    Dec 27, 2003

    This may be your last chance to explore new lands and oceans as Nakahama Manjiro did in the nineteenth century. Bring your family for special gallery activities related to Drifting: Nakahama Manjiro's Tale of Discovery (including a time to put your own collection together) and Object Lessons: Exploring the Permanent Collection.

  • Paper Sculpture Workshop

    Mar 21, 1998

    Instructor: Ryoko Shibata Participants will learn how to make paper sculpture arrangements using colorful paper and folding techniques. Free with Museum admission. Reservations required by March 17. This program is made possible in part by a grant from the City of Los Angeles, Cultural Affairs Department.

  • Na Hana Lima No'eau - Skillful hand crafts

    May 18, 1997

    Family Activity Featuring: Ainahau O Kaleiponi Hawaiian Civic Club Make a dolphin pendant, traditional kukui nut candle and other items, all from seeds. Members of Ainahau O Kaleponi teach participants how to make these unique Hawaiian seed crafts. Free with Museum admission. Reservations required by May 10.

  • Cold Tofu Improv: Baseball, Apple Pie, and Cold Tofu

    Apr 24, 1997

    This month Cold Tofu plays with everything we know and love as Americans. This talented, energetic, multicultural comedy improv group has an amazing assortment of entertainment techniques that will keep you laughing all night. A guest artist and musician will also join in on the fun.

  • Origami Hinamatsuri (Girl's Day) Doll Series - Part 3

    Mar 01, 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.

  • Origami Hinamatsuri (Girl's Day) Doll Series - Part 2

    Feb 15, 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.

  • 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.