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  • 1st & Central Summer Concerts: Prelude to the 2008 Central Avenue Jazz Festival

    Jul 24, 2008

    The National Museum, in collaboration with the office the Honorable Councilwoman Jan Perry (Los Angeles Council District 9), presents a loving nod to the rich and diverse history of one of the city’s most fabled streets. Artists include Dave Iwataki, LA Jazz Collective, and Dwight Trible. Co-curated with pianist-composer Gary Fukushima. For information, visit www.centralavejazz.com/or contact: ito.scott@gmail.com. ...

  • The Japanese American Political Experience: Past, Present, Future

    Jul 23, 2008

    Join the Symposium at the Japan Information and Cultural Center in Washington D.C. for a special presentation by Dr. Mitch Maki. Reception to follow. Presented by The Japanese American Network of Greater Washington (JANOGW), the Japanese Chamber of Commerce, Washington D.C. (JCAW) and facilitated by the Japanese American National Museum (JANM). Dr. Maki will discuss the Japanese American political experie...

  • Living Flowers: Sogetsu Los Angeles Branch

    Jul 20, 2008

    This program highlights the art of Sogetsu Los Angeles Branch, featured in Living Flowers: Ikebana and Contemporary Art.

  • Insider's Tour & Continental Breakfast for Upper-level Members

    Jul 18, 2008

    Tour with curator Karin Higa includes exclusive access to observe the ikebana artists at work. By invitation only. Call 213.830.5676 for more information.

  • The Artist’s Studio

    Jul 17, 2008

    Los Angeles Art Association and The Japanese American National Museum present: Lita Albuquerque’s Stellar Axis. An expansion of LAAA’s ongoing ArtSpeak programming, this special evening will feature a presentation of Albuquerque’s powerful site-specific art installation in Antarctica. Ms. Albuquerque is an internationally-renowned installationist, environmental artist, painter and sculptor. She is committed to develo...

  • Target Free Family Day: Cooking Capers

    Jul 12, 2008

    FREE ALL DAY! Delight in a day of family fun that explores shared cooking traditions within the Asian American community. Generously sponsored by Target, these special Saturdays are filled with fun activities giving families unique ways to learn, play, and grow together. Schedule for the day All day craft activities: Construct your own chef hat, design your own apron, and a make an origami candy di...

  • Save Our African American Treasures

    Jul 12, 2008

    Significant historical items of the 20th century and many from the 19th century are in the basements and attics of private homes all over the country. The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture has launched a national program to help identify these objects and encourage people to protect and preserve them. Hometown Treasures Would you like to know how to save a family treasure? In 15-...

  • Glorious Excess (Born)

    Jul 12, 2008 - Aug 03, 2008

    Special Engagement Musician/producer/artist Mike Shinoda premieres Glorious Excess (Born), a brand-new series of paintings and digital work, in the George T. and Sakaye Aratani Central Hall. The exhibition, which is presented in two parts, features large-scale pieces that blend his own experiences in the superstar spotlight with pop commentary and classical vanitas influences. This opening coincides with the re...

  • "Gang Culture, Youth Culture, and Activism" Discussion at Japanese American National Museum May 22

    May 22, 1999

    An open discussion between speakers and participants about the impact of 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s gangs and youth organizations will be held at the Japanese American National Museum on Saturday, May 22 at 1 p.m. The discussion will feature teacher-activist Kathy Masaoka, former "Yellow Brotherhood" member Nick Nagatani, and former "Asian American Hardcore" member Ray Tasaki. They will discuss the impact and influence ...

  • "Storytime at the Museum" Series Premier at Japanese American National Museum May 20

    May 20, 1999

    The "Storytime at the Museum" series designed especially for children ages 3 to 5 will premier at the Japanese American National Museum on Thursday, May 20 at 10 a.m. The "Storytime at the Museum" readings are scheduled to show every third-Thursday of the month when admission to the Museum is free. The inaugural show will feature John Miyasaki, storyteller and Artistic Director of hereandnow theatre co., who will r...