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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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  • "Silent Days, Silent Dreams" Book Signing with Allen Say

    Nov 26, 2017

    On the first annual Museum Store Sunday, we welcome noted children’s book author Allen Say for the launch of his new book, Silent Days, Silent Dreams. It is an imagined look at the childhood of James Castle, who was born deaf, mute, autistic, and probably dyslexic. Despite countless obstacles and challenges, Castle persevered in creating his art. Today, his works are featured in major exhibitions and collected by m...

  • Citron Trunk Show

    Nov 25, 2017

    FREE In conjunction with Member Appreciation Days, JANM hosts a Citron Trunk Show. Citron Clothing makes elegant, timeless apparel for all body types using the finest fabrics, vintage motifs sourced from Asia and Europe, and artisanal techniques from around the world. The trunk show is free to browse and shop, but does not include admission to the museum. Members’s discount does not apply to Citron produc...

  • Little Tokyo Walking Tour

    Nov 25, 2017

    Relive history and learn about present-day Little Tokyo with JANM docents. $12 members, $15 non-members. Museum admission included. Comfortable walking shoes recommended. Weather permitting. Limited to 20 participants.

  • Member Appreciation Days

    Nov 24, 2017 - Nov 26, 2017

    Friday–Sunday, November 24–26, 2017 It’s time for Holiday M.A.D.ness! JANM members enjoy a 20% discount at the JANM Store and janmstore.com, plus free admission and a 20% discount at other SoCal institutions. On Saturday, JANM hosts a Citron Trunk Show. And on the first annual Museum Store Sunday, we welcome noted children’s book author Allen Say for a special book signing. Visit janmstore.com/memb...

  • Film Screening and Discussion—"A Bitter Legacy"

    Nov 18, 2017

    If you missed the program, you can watch the post-screening discussion online on JANM’s YouTube channel. Inside the World War II camps where Japanese Americans were incarcerated, secret prisons were created for those considered "troublemakers" and "collaborators" by the US government. Claudia Katayanagi’s film looks at these "citizen isolation centers," now considered precursors to Guantana...

  • Members Only Meet-and-Greet with Claudia Katayanagi

    Nov 18, 2017

    All members are invited to an intimate pre-event reception with filmmaker Claudia Katayanagi prior to the public screening and discussion with the filmmaker about her film, A Bitter Legacy. Space is limited. RSVP by November 14 using the link below. You can also contact memberevents@janm.org or 213.830.5646.

  • Pre-Holiday Trunk Show

    Nov 18, 2017 - Nov 19, 2017

    FREE Saturday–Sunday, November 18–19 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Get into the holiday spirit at this trunk show featuring products from acclaimed Japanese textiles company NUNO and noted LA-based jewelry designer Hisano Shepherd. JANM members receive a 10% discount! The trunk show is free to browse and shop, but does not include admission to the museum.

  • Two-Day Shibori On! Workshop

    Nov 18, 2017 - Nov 19, 2017

    SOLD OUT Saturday–Sunday, November 18–19 11 a.m.–4 p.m. (both days) Continue practicing itajime, arashi

  • Little Tokyo Walking Tour

    Nov 18, 2017

    Relive history and learn about present-day Little Tokyo with JANM docents. $12 members, $15 non-members. Museum admission included. Comfortable walking shoes recommended. Weather permitting. Limited to 20 participants.

  • LESSONS FROM AMERICA’S PAST IMPORTANT TO RECALL ON THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF 9/11

    Sep 05, 2011

    By Norman Y. Mineta and Gordon Yamate Ten years ago, the United States was shaken by the September 11th terrorist attacks upon New York City and Washington, D.C. In the immediate aftermath, the Japanese American National Museum contemplated its role in response to these unthinkable events. Clearly, more than our country’s national security was under attack. Our way of life as a democratic, open society was being c...