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  • Making Waves: A Changing Tides Mental Health Conference

    Sep 28, 2019

    This day-long conference will offer a safe space for the API community to address, examine, and understand mental health in its various forms. Conference plenaries will be interspersed with workshops and small group discussions that focus on specific topics related to mental health. The conversation around mental health within the API community is one that has been and continues to be highly stigmatized due t...

  • Hapa Writers in Conversation

    Sep 08, 2018

    If you missed the program, you can watch it online on JANM’s YouTube channel. In conjunction with JANM’s hapa.me exhibition, creator and photographer Kip Fulbeck will moderate a conversation with hapa writers covering topics including Asian American identity, drawing from personal stories, and how cultural education influences their storytelling. The panel will include New York Times bests...

  • Kidding Around in the Kitchen Family Cooking Adventure: Beat the June Gloom

    Jun 06, 2009

    Please Note: This class has been canceled! Kidding Around the Kitchen (KATK) and the Japanese American National Museum are proud to present: Beat The June Gloom. A hands on family cooking class lead by Lisa Elaina Fontanesi creator of KATK: What better way to start your summer than with some tasty recipes the whole family will enjoy. Get a head start on your summer family cooking with this hands on cooking cl...

  • Four-part Taiko Workshop for Kids

    Aug 21, 2005

    In this four-session workshop, children, ages 6-12, learn the basics principles of taiko. No previous experience needed; however, space is limited and advance reservations are required. Class dates are: August 21, 28 and September 10, 17. Fees are $50 for National Museum members and $65 for non-members. Instructor: Yuta Kato.

  • Night Reading

    May 16, 2002

    The Municipal Art Gallery and the National Museum invite you to join us for special readings by authors who represent the strength and breadth of contemporary writing in Los Angeles. Featuring: Jenoyne Adams, John D'Amico, Michale Datcher, Russell Leong, Sandra Munoz, Majid Naficy and D.J. Waldie.

  • Watercolor Workshop with artist Cheryl Walker

    Nov 04, 2000 - Dec 09, 2000

    November 4, 11, 18 and December 2 and 9 (Five session workshops) An opportunity to pursue the art of watercolor with artist Cheryl Walker! Students will increase their visual awareness and learn various watercolor techniques during this workshop. For information regarding times and fees, call (213) 625-0414.

  • Nisei Athletic Union (NAU) Reunion

    Apr 22, 2000

    First NAU Reunion bringing together present and former basketball, baseball, and softball players. First presentation of the Aki Komai Memorial Awards. Light refreshments will be served. Admission is $10. Call Chris Komai at 213.830.5648 or Florence Och i at 213.830.5652 for more information and/or reservations.

  • Behind the Camera: Meet Museum Filmmakers

    Feb 17, 2000

    Screening and Discussion Featuring: Justin Lin This month, filmmaker Justin Lin takes us on a fresh journey with a screening of his feature length film Shopping for Fangs, which the Los Angeles Times called "a jaunty dark comedy—fresh and engaging." The screening will be followed by a short discussion.

  • J.T. Sata: Immigrant Modernist—JANM Store

    Purchase related items from the JANM Store, including a beautiful exhibition booklet is available documenting the life and work of J.T. Sata.Buy Now JANM members receive a 10% discount! Join or renew now

  • Cruising J-Town—Events

    Check back for upcoming programs and events, follow us on social media, and subscribe to our email list for updates!To see a complete listing of the JANM’s programs, check out our Events Calendar.