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  • 2ND SUNDAY FOR FAMILIES

    Jul 08, 2001

    Tea is a beverage tradition enjoyed around the world. Spend the afternoon learning more about the culture of tea! No reservations necessary. Tea Presentation & Tasting Learn more about the teas of Asia and the "New Asian" teas, such as boba, that have become so popular. Enjoy a sample sip of many kinds of hot & cold teas! Sugimoto Exhibition Gallery Tour for Families This special Curator-led Gallery Tour intr...

  • The Art of Injustice: Messages Behind the Images

    Jul 07, 2001

    Featuring: Kristine Kim, co-curator of the exhibition, Rick Moss, curator at the California African American Museum, Nelly Toll, contemporary artist and author of When Memory Speaks: The Holocaust in Art and moderated by Nancy Berman, Director Emeritus and curator at the Skirball Cultural Center.

  • History of North American Taiko

    Jun 30, 2001

    Lecture Featuring: Pamela Okano, Director of Hinode Taiko, Stan Shikuma, Director of Kokon Taiko Taiko in America comes from many different perspectives, and has a rich history spanning over thirty years. Join these two pioneers of the North American taiko community as they outline the development of taiko in the U.S. and Canada since the late 60's.

  • Children's Taiko Workshop

    Jun 30, 2001

    Instructor: Masato Baba, lead instructor for the Kenny Endo Taiko Ensemble An exciting introduction to taiko drumming for children covering basic concepts of form, stance, and rhythmic patterns, with one of the taiko community's most promising young musicians. No experience necessary. Wear comfortable clothes.

  • The Art and Philosophy of North American Taiko

    Jun 30, 2001

    Please see June 29 for information.

  • The Art and Philosophy of North American Taiko

    Jun 29, 2001

    As part of the 2001 Taiko Conference, the National Museum is pleased to host a series of lectures, demonstrations and workshops. The first presentation will feature Mark Miyoshi, the founder and craftsman of Miyoshi Daiko. One of the reasons taiko has become so widespread is the American innovation of making drums out of wine-barrels. First created by L.A.'s own Kinnara Taiko in the late 60's, making taiko drums from...

  • Cold Tofu Improv: "Tofu Tan Lines"

    Jun 28, 2001

    Expose yourself to Cold Tofu's comedy improv show. SPF 30 not required!

  • 10th Annual National Invitational Golf Tournament

    Jun 25, 2001

    The Japanese American National Museum returns to the exclusive Riviera Country Club for its 10th Annual National Golf Tournament. Established in 1926, the historic Riviera Country Club, home of the LA Open, Nissan Open and PGA Seniors Tour will be the location of our popular tournament. For more information please call 213.625.0414

  • Discovering Your Family Tree

    Jun 24, 2001

    Workshop with Chester Hashizume Discover your long-lost relatives and create your own family tree. This workshop will also show you how to enter your family tree in the Museum's National Family Registry. Members $5, non-members $11, includes National Museum admission and supplies.

  • Craft Class with Ryoko Shibata: Mizuhiki

    Jun 23, 2001

    Learn how to make ceremonial paper cords for tying and decorating presents. Members $5, non-members $11, includes National Museum admission and supplies.