Enjoy an afternoon of celebration and activities honoring JANM’s core exhibition, Common Ground: The Heart of Community, that highlights over 140 years of Japanese American history. The afternoon will feature natsukashii (nostalgic) music, a souvenir photo booth, docent-led tours, and a chance for visitors to contribute to our community memory archive booth. The core exhibition has been the center of the Museum for the last twenty-six years and will be reimagined during the upcoming renovation, so join us for the finale of this important exhibition.
Schedule
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Docent Led Tours
All tours are first come, first serve for 10 guests and will leave promptly at the scheduled time. Additional gallery docents will be in the galleries all day, as available.
- 11:30 a.m.
- 12 p.m.
- 12 p.m. (in Japanese/日本語)
- 12:30 p.m.
- 1 p.m. (in Japanese/日本語)
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
JANM on the Go booths
Learn about what JANM will be up to after the Common Ground exhibition closes on January 5, 2025.
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Watase Media Arts Center Showcase
Catch films from our Watase Media Arts Center archive and explore the Democracy Center.
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Memory Station
Share your favorite memories of Common Ground through the years and reflect on the importance of the exhibition in this interactive memory station.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
JANM Ukelele Band
Listen to familiar tunes from the JANM volunteer ukelele group in the gallery.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Taiko Celebration & Toast
Celebrate with Makoto Taiko at 1 p.m. and toast to the exhibition!
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Photo Booth
Grab your family and friends and take a photo to remember your visit to JANM!
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Music & Tea
Relax and enjoy beverages and your favorite songs in Aratani Central Hall while reflecting on the past and future of the museum.
