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  • THE NATIONAL CENTER FOR THE PRESERVATION OF DEMOCRACY AT THE JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM AND ASIAN AMERICANS ADVANCING JUSTICE–LA ANNOUNCE TWO RECIPIENTS OF THE ARTISTS AT WORK INITIATIVE

    Dec 09, 2021

    LOS ANGELES - The National Center for the Preservation of Democracy at the Japanese American National Museum (NCPD@JANM) and Asian Americans Advancing Justice–Los Angeles (Advancing Justice-LA) have selected two artists who will develop new art projects that will explore the theme of anti-Asian hate and racism. The two artists — Audrey Chan and jason chu – were selected for the Los Angeles cohort of the Artists At...

  • Two-Day Jewelry Workshop: The Wonderful World of "Washi"

    May 18, 2019 - May 19, 2019

    Saturday–Sunday, May 18–19 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Washi is a traditional Japanese handmade decorative paper that dates back to the seventh century. Unlike machine-made paper from wood pulp, washi is made from the inner bark of plants such as mulberry, bamboo, and wisteria, and hemp. The intertwining of fibers results in a paper that is strong, durable, washable, and acid-free. Its thin, smooth, soft surface can b...

  • Jewelry Workshop—The World of "Washi": Beginner Class

    Nov 03, 2018 - Nov 04, 2018

    SOLD OUT Saturday–Sunday, November 3–4 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Instructor Reiko Nakano will teach participants how to make a necklace of hand-made washi beads floating on a silk thread anchored by tiny knots, along with a playful keychain. Techniques will include washi-wrapping, looping, and wrapping wire. Please bring sharp scissors, a shoebox for supplies, a snack, and a desire to learn. Additional ma...

  • CANCELLED: Jewelry Workshop—The World of "Washi": Intermediate Class

    Jul 21, 2018 - Jul 22, 2018

    THIS WORKSHOP HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Saturday–Sunday, July 21–22 11 a.m.–4 p.m. This intermediate class is recommended for students who have already taken at least one of the beginning washi workshops. Participants will make a necklace and matching earrings with wooden beads made of two different but complementary washi papers and semi-precious commercial beads. Techniques will include washi-wrapping, c...

  • Author Discussion—"Two Faces of Exclusion" by Lon Kurashige

    Mar 25, 2017

    If you missed the program, you can watch it online on JANM’s YouTube channel. From the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 to the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II, the United States has a long history of anti-Asian policies. In his latest book, author and USC Associate Professor of History Lon Kurashige demonstrates that despite widespread racism, Asian exclusion was not the pro...

  • JANM COMMUNITY DAY OF PAINTING POSTPONED

    Oct 20, 2014

    Due to an unforeseen personal emergency, the community day of painting for the Japanese American National Museum’s Moon Beholders mural, previously announced as taking place on Saturday, October 25, has been postponed. A new date will be announced when circumstances have been resolved and a new timeline is established for the mural. JANM apologizes for any inconvenience.

  • Quakers: Friends of the Japanese American Community

    Jun 05, 2010

    FREE! The Society of Friends (Quakers) were one of the few groups to publicly defend and support the Japanese Americans during the Second World War. Learn more about their important social justice work and legacy that extends to today. Program:Remarks from Joe Franko, former AFSC Regional DirectorVideo clips of AFSC’s “Spirited Engagement”Keynote Speaker: Lane Ryo Hirabayashi, Ph.D., George and Sakaye Aratani Profess...

  • Friends of the Museum: Kokoro Craft Affair

    May 30, 2009

    Come to a showcase and sale of unique, high quality, handcrafted items in a wide range of prices. Crafts for sale include: Contemporary Kokeshi Art - Jewelry - Purses - Woodcraft - Origami art - Kimono Fabric Clothing - Paintings - Ceramics - Cultural T-Shirts - Floral Art - Glass Art, and More! Admission to the Boutique is FREE. A portion of the profits will support the National Museum's educational programs ...

  • Hanamatsuri: The Celebration of Buddha’s Birth

    Apr 09, 2000

    The birth of Buddha will be celebrated at the Museum with several programs slated for the day, including a lecture in Japanese at 11 a.m. and in English at 2 p.m. on “Living Together in Harmony” by Mark Unno of Carleton College in Minnesota, a taiko performance, a Hanamatsuri (flower festival) service, and activities for children. Programs are free of charge and open to the public. Reservations are required. To ma...

  • In this Great Land of Freedom

    Aug 07, 1993 - Jan 16, 1994

    This historical overview exhibition is created by the Museum in partnership with the Oregon Historical Society and the Japanese American community in Oregon. The exhibition tells of the early struggles and triumphs of the Japanese pioneers of Oregon from 1890 to 1952.