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Reading and Discussion–Night in the American Village by Akemi Johnson

2020年01月25日

FREE Join Akemi Johnson as she reads from her debut book Night in the American Village, a beautifully written examination of the complex relationship between the women living near US military bases in Okinawa and the servicemen stationed there. Reading will be followed by a conversation with historian Lily Welty Tamai. Book signing to follow. This program is free in conjunction with the SoCal Museums Fre...

Member Appreciation Days

2017年11月24日 - 2017年11月26日

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...

LA Dodgers Japanese American Community Night & Fundraiser

2013年07月12日

Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Colorado Rockies Be a part of the largest Japanese American Community Night at Dodger Stadium and support your favorite community organization. Must purchase tickets in advance through the special online ordering page. For more information, visit janm.org/dodgers-night.

"Manzanar Fishing Club" DVD Release Event

2012年10月28日

Special meet & greet session with Manzanar Fishing Club director Cory Shiozaki and writer Richard Imamura before the official release on October 30th. Purchase copies of the DVD and get them signed before it's available anywhere else!

Dark History: Santa Anita Park

2012年03月31日

Not a lot of people know that during World War II, Santa Anita Park housed approximately 20,000 Japanese Americans. Find out more about it from a short video produced by ESPN and some Japanese Americans that were there.

Young Professionals Invited to Asian Jewish Initiative Comedy and Cocktails Evening at JANM

2011年06月02日

Young Professionals are invited to a special evening of “Comedy and Cocktails” and to see the nation’s premier Asian American comedy improvisation group, “Cold Tofu,” on Thursday, June 2, at the Japanese American National Museum. Cocktail reception is 6:30 p.m., followed by the 8 p.m. performance. The evening is sponsored by the Anti-Defamation League Asian Jewish Initiative. Admission is $15, which includes hors ...

Target Free Family Saturdays - Family Folktales: Rabbits, Roosters, Monkeys, Oh My!

2006年10月14日

This summer the National Museum debuts four wonderful days created especially for families. Generously sponsored by Target, these special Saturdays are filled with fun activities giving families unique ways to learn, play, and grow together. Family Folktales: Rabbits, Roosters, Monkeys, Oh My! Throughout the ages, folktales have shined a light on magical worlds and mythical characters. Storytellers will share fo...

Taiko For Families

2005年10月01日

Hear, touch, and play! A hands-on taiko experience for the whole family featuring Hydaiko, a network of taiko drummers from several groups in Southern California.

Woodblock Printmaking Workshop

2005年04月03日

Learn the intricacies behind the process of woodblock printmaking. Fees are $20 for National Museum members and $30 for non-members, includes museum admission.

2003 New Year Family Celebration

2003年01月01日

Special Event Join us to welcome the New Year with family and friends Mochitsuki (Rice Cake Pounding) Performance and Demonstration Kodama Taiko will combine this age-old tradition of pounding mochi (sweet rice) with the sounds of taiko. Bring your friends and family to enjoy this uniquely energetic performance and taste the freshly pounded mochi. Koma Workshop In conjunction with the exhibition, Crafting Hi...