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  • Contrasting Elements: A Guided Tour of Isamu Noguchi's To the Issei and California Scenario with Prof. Amy Lyford and Prof. Bert Winther-Tamaki

    Apr 22, 2006

    Isamu Noguchi explored California's culture, history, and terrain in two impressive works: To the Issei and California Scenario. The former, located on the plaza at the Japanese American Cultural and Community Center in Little Tokyo, pays homage to the Issei pioneers. The latter, resting between two skyscrapers and a parking structure in Costa Mesa, offers a vivid sculptural portrait of the Golden State. Learn mo...

  • Little Tokyo Walking Tour

    Apr 15, 2006

    Relive history and learn about present-day Little Tokyo with National Museum docents on this historic walking tour. $8 for National Museum members and $13 for non-members, includes Museum admission. Reservations along with comfortable walking shoes and clothes are recommended. Weather permitting.

  • The Art of Gaman: Arts & Crafts from the Japanese American Internment Camps by Delphine Hirasuna

    Apr 09, 2006

    Delphine Hirasuna presents a varied collection of artifacts photographed by Terry Hefferman in a tribute to the 120,000 Japanese Americans incarcerated during World War II. Hirasuna will speak on the art of gaman, "the art of enduring the seemingly unbearable with patience and dignity"; and on how crafts were produced in camp out of found materials. Objects presented in this colorful anthology are examples of what ma...

  • 2006 Sogetsu Ikebana School, Los Angeles Display

    Apr 02, 2006

    April 1 & 2 See April 1 program listing for details.

  • 2006 Sogetsu Ikebana School, Los Angeles Display

    Apr 01, 2006

    April 1 & 2 For one weekend only, the George & Sakaye Aratani Central Hall will be adorned with more than fifty imaginative floral sculptures arranged by members of Sogetsu Ikebana School in Los Angeles. Founded in 1926 by Sofu Teshigahara, the Sogetsu philosophy is that ikebana should be accessible to people of all backgrounds and in all parts of the globe. Stop by and view the work of talented local students ...

  • No More Cherry Blossoms: Sisters Matsumoto and Other Plays by Philip Kan Gotanda

    Mar 26, 2006

    In recognition of Women's History Month, the National Museum presents acclaimed playwright Philip Kan Gotanda's anthology of four plays exploring the choices and challenges Japanese American women face. Set in different decades of the 20th century, the plays are all absolutely modern in the human struggles they depict. Gotanda will speak about his journey in writing and bringing to stage stories of Asian Americans...

  • Three-Part Taiko Workshop for Kids - Part 3

    Mar 25, 2006

    In this three-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 March 11, March 18, and March 25. $40 for National Museum members and $55 for non-members.

  • Craft Class with Ryosen Shibata: Mizuhiki

    Mar 25, 2006

    Design elaborate knots using paper cords making the perfect accessory for decorating a special card or gift. $8 for National Museum members and $15 for non-members, includes supplies and Museum admission

  • New Pavilion Designed By Architect Gyo Obata Opens January 23 At Japanese American National Museum In Los Angeles

    Oct 21, 1998

    The Japanese American National Museum, the premier institution dedicated to sharing the Japanese American experience, will open a new 85,000-square-foot Pavilion on January 23 as part of a $45-million expansion and development project. The new Pavilion positions the institution as the preeminent authority on the history and culture of Japanese Americans, while advancing the Museum’s mission to present exhibitions a...

  • Picture Bride

    Aug 31, 1998

    "Two thumbs up!" —Siskel & Ebert NAATA and PIC present the first feature film written, produced and directed by Asian American women on public television September 1998 The National Asian American Telecommunications Association (NAATA) and Pacific Islanders in Communications (PIC) proudly present the critically-acclaimed feature film PICTURE BRIDE, by Kayo Hatta, on public television stations September 19...