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  • 4th Annual Mixed Roots Film & Literary Festival

    Jun 11, 2011

    The Mixed Roots Festival is an annual event dedicated to sharing and nurturing storytelling of the Mixed and hapa experience. The Festival includes film screenings, readings, workshops, live performance and a special family event and the largest West Coast Loving Day celebration - all free and open to all! For schedule information, visit mxroots.org. The festival is free and is and open to the public!

  • Kidding Around in the Kitchen Family Cooking Adventure: Beat the June Gloom

    Jun 06, 2009

    Please Note: This class has been canceled! Kidding Around the Kitchen (KATK) and the Japanese American National Museum are proud to present: Beat The June Gloom. A hands on family cooking class lead by Lisa Elaina Fontanesi creator of KATK: What better way to start your summer than with some tasty recipes the whole family will enjoy. Get a head start on your summer family cooking with this hands on cooking cl...

  • Four-part Taiko Workshop for Kids

    Aug 21, 2005

    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.

  • Mira Nakashima

    Sep 12, 2004

    Artist MIRA NAKASHIMA, architect, daughter, and apprentice to George Nakashima, will speak about her father's furniture design and architecture, which she profiled in her book, Nature Form & Spirit: The Life and Legacy of George Nakashima. Ms. Nakashima continues to produce furniture designed by her father along with her own designs.

  • Night Reading

    May 16, 2002

    The Municipal Art Gallery and the National Museum invite you to join us for special readings by authors who represent the strength and breadth of contemporary writing in Los Angeles. Featuring: Jenoyne Adams, John D'Amico, Michale Datcher, Russell Leong, Sandra Munoz, Majid Naficy and D.J. Waldie.

  • Nisei Athletic Union (NAU) Reunion

    Apr 22, 2000

    First NAU Reunion bringing together present and former basketball, baseball, and softball players. First presentation of the Aki Komai Memorial Awards. Light refreshments will be served. Admission is $10. Call Chris Komai at 213.830.5648 or Florence Och i at 213.830.5652 for more information and/or reservations.

  • Behind the Camera: Meet Museum Filmmakers

    Feb 17, 2000

    Screening and Discussion Featuring: Justin Lin This month, filmmaker Justin Lin takes us on a fresh journey with a screening of his feature length film Shopping for Fangs, which the Los Angeles Times called "a jaunty dark comedy—fresh and engaging." The screening will be followed by a short discussion.

  • 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.

  • Cruising J-Town—Events

    Check back for upcoming programs and events, follow us on social media, and subscribe to our email list for updates!To see a complete listing of the JANM’s programs, check out our Events Calendar.

  • Henry Sugimoto

    Henry Sugimoto’s translated memoirs, brought to life by Academy Award-nominated actor Mako, reveal the artist’s own journey through his life and art. The documentary features his paintings and sketches, rare archival footage, and film of the artist just before his death. Directed by John Esaki 30 minutes