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

    Jan 25, 2020

    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...

  • Members Only Meet and Greet with Sylvie and Hervé Claudon

    Oct 17, 2015

    All JANM members are invited to an intimate reception with Sylvie and Hervé Claudon prior to their lecture and discussion on the World War II campaigns of the 100th/442nd in Vosges, France. Limited to 40 members. RSVP by October 9 to memberevents@janm.org or 213.830.5646.

  • Hello Kitty Crochet Workshop

    May 16, 2015

    This program is sold out. Learn the art of amigurumi (miniature toy crochet) and make your own Hello Kitty charm. Ages 14 and up, all skill levels welcome. $36 members, $45 non-members. Materials and museum admission following the workshop are included. Limited to 10 participants.

  • Japanese Tea Ceremony: "Sado"

    Feb 22, 2014

    Master Hamano from Urasenke and her “Hamano Shachu” group will perform the Japanese tea ceremony, sado, with authentic teawares, beautiful kimonos, and traditional furniture. Ceremony to be accompanied by an English guide explaining the subtleties of the performance.

  • "The Celtic Samurai: A Boy's Transcultural Journey" by Dr. Stephen Murphy-Shigematsu

    Oct 05, 2013

    Dr. Stephen Murphy-Shigematsu’s The Celtic Samurai: A Boy’s Transcultural Journey is a multi-media storytelling that illuminates the life of a boy born into a world torn by interracial and international hostilities. This educational performance will discuss multicultural and transnational family experiences.

  • "Portraiture Now" Members’ Preview

    May 09, 2013

    A special opportunity for JANM Members to check out the Portraiture Now: Asian American Portraits of Encounter exhibition before it opens to the public! For more information and the RSVP, contact specialevents@janm.org, or call (213) 625-0414.

  • Giant Robot Biennale 3 - Opening Party

    Sep 22, 2012

    FREE! Join us in celebrating the opening of Giant Robot Biennale 3 with curator Eric Nakamura, JANM President/CEO G.W. Kimura, GRB3 artists, and Money Mark! Program starts at 7:30pm, performance at 8pm.

  • A Conversation with Brian Y. Sato

    Feb 14, 2009

    Come hear photographer Brian Y. Sato talk about his newest exhibition Gokurosama: Contemporary Photos of the Nisei in Hawaii. Reception to follow. FREE all day!

  • 2004 Courtyard Kids Family Concert

    Aug 07, 2004

    FREE ADMISSION This year's family celebration features an afternoon of music, movement, and workshops on the National Museum's courtyard. The concert will begin with a ceremony welcoming new Courtyard Kids. HULA HALAU O KEALI`I O NALANI will delight kids and adults with ancient and modern-style hula. Also performing are ASHA'S BABA, who combine West African and African American storytelling, poetry, music, and son...

  • Art Talk with Vicky Murakami

    Apr 14, 2001

    Artist Vicky Murakami will discuss selected works of Henry Sugimoto followed by a hands-on workshop.