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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. 

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  • EXHIBITION OPENING CELEBRATION!

    Mar 20, 2010

    Admission is Pay-What-You-Can ALL DAY ACTIVITIES: Weingart Gallery Foyer: Exhibition activities Nerio Education Center: Video recording of families and kids Central Hall Crafts: Make a pennant flag and a self-portrait kokeshi doll Refreshments: Dainty Cakes (free cupcakes to kids), Mochi Ice Cream by Mikawaya, and Honest Tea SCHEDULE: 11 a.m. - Doors open 1 p.m. - We Tell Stories performs ...

  • Target Free Family Saturday: Valentine's Day!

    Feb 13, 2010

    FREE ALL DAY! Celebrate Valentines Day at JANM! Fun for the entire family! Generously sponsored by Target, these special Saturdays are filled with fun activities giving families unique ways to learn, play, and grow together. With additional support provided by the Mitsubishi International Corporation. ALL DAY CRAFT ACTIVITIES: Show that you care by making flowers to give to someone special Creat...

  • 1st & Central Summer Concerts: La Santa Cecilia, Cheap Landscape, and zocaloZüe

    Aug 21, 2008

    East LA meets the NY downtown music scene as these three emerging groups offer Afro Caribbean sounds with a twist. From La Santa Cecilia’s genre blurring use of traditional instruments to Cheap Landscape’s distorted Colombian cumbia to zocaloZüe’s pumped up Mexican son this evening will featuring more than a few sonic surprises. Co-curated with independent producer Betto Arcos. 2008 1st & Central Summer Concert...

  • 1st & Central Summer Concerts: Southern California Ukulele Showcase II

    Jul 10, 2008

    By overwhelming demand, our “uke” celebration makes a return visit. This time we feature “up-and-comers,” including Paula Fuga, Brittni Paiva, Abe Lagrimas, Moana, The Monnlighters, and King Kukulele. Co-curated with Ali Lexa, host of Ukulele Spotlight, KPFK 90.7 FM. 2008 1st & Central Summer Concerts schedule July 24 - Prelude to the 2008 Central Avenue Jazz Festival August 21 - La Santa Cecilia, Cheap Land...

  • Sculpture in Goop: A Special Noguchi-Inspired Program for Families

    Apr 22, 2006

    Kids of all ages will model and mold Isamu Noguchi-inspired sculpture with goop, a quick-drying and fun material. Whether they create their own sculptures, playgrounds, landscapes, or furniture to take home with them, kids can explore the Isamu Noguchi - Sculptural Design exhibition and discover how they too can make objects that are both beautiful and functional in design. Free with admission to Isamu Noguchi - S...

  • Little Tokyo Walking Tour

    Apr 17, 2004

    The Little Tokyo community in Los Angeles was once a thriving residential, business, and cultural center of the largest Japanese American community in the United States until World War II. Relive history and learn about present day Little Tokyo with National Museum volunteers on this historical walking tour. Fees are $5 for National Museum members and $11 for non-members, includes Museum admission. Reservations and c...

  • Discovering Your Family Tree Workshop

    Oct 26, 2003

    Instructor: Chester Hashizume. Have you ever attended a family reunion and wondered who everyone was? This workshop will provide tips on creating own your 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, inc...

  • Little Tokyo Walking Tour

    May 21, 2000

    Historic Tour Series Little Tokyo in Los Angeles was once a thriving residential, business, and cultural center of the largest Japanese American community in the United States until World War II. Relive history and learn about present day Little Tokyo with Museum volunteers on this historical walking tour through the Museum’s neighborhood. Comfortable clothing and shoes are recommended. Members $5, non-m...

  • Fables and Families

    Feb 21, 1998

    Interactive Storytelling Featuring Writers from the David Henry Hwang Writers Institute will read their own works-in-progress ranging from family life to fantasy. They will also lead the audience in a round of storytelling exercises designed to generate family tales and fun fables. Participation in the writing games is open to anyone ages 7 through adult. Free with Museum admission. Reservations required by Februa...

  • AT&T East West Players New Voices Writers Gallery Series: A Gold Mountain Christmas Special

    Dec 04, 1997

    Thursday Evenings at the Museum Play reading The 12th in this series of new play readings presented in collaboration with East West Players will be A Gold Mountain Christmas Special written by playwright, Dominic Mah. Terminal teenagers Robin and Cory hold up a theater, steal tofu dogs, and shoplift to give food to a homeless shelter in this twisted Christmas story. Free. Reservations required. Limited seating.