Historic Tour Series

PART A: Walking Tour
9:30 a.m.– 11:30 a.m.

Once a thriving residential, business and cultural center, Little Tokyo, Los Angeles was one of the largest Japanese American communities in the United States until World War II. Take a walking tour, relive history, and learn about present day Little Tokyo with Museum docents at this very popular program.

PART B: The Historic Nishi Building
1 p.m.–3 p.m.

In Part B of the Historic Little Tokyo Series, James McElwain, AIA, Preservation Architect, will conduct an architectural history tour of the Museum building, formerly the Nishi Hongwanji, the first Buddhist temple built in the Los Angeles area. Learn about the building’s history through its architectural features and about Edgar Cline, the architect who designed the temple. In 1993, the Museum received the National Preservation Honor Award from the National Trust for Historic Preservation for the restoration of his historic building. It is also listed on the National Register of Historic Sites and the California State Historic Register.

Fees: Full day program: Members $8, non-members $15. Individual programs (Part A or Part B only): Members $5, non-members $9. Reservations for this day-long program are required by September 1, 1997. Limited space available. Bring your own lunch or enjoy lunch at one of several Little Tokyo restaurants. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing.