Lecture and discussion

Just thirty years ago there was not a single taiko (Japanese drumming) group in the United States. Today nearly one hundred groups exist in North America and new groups continue to emerge. People of all ages and ethnic backgrounds enjoy listening to and performing taiko and it will continue to be an important element in the community.

Join the Museum for a presentation and discussion of the history and development of Japanese American taiko. This event is being presented in conjunction with the 1997 Japanese American Cultural and Community Center Taiko Conference. Free with Museum admission. Reservations required. Limited seating available.