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Nikkei Uncovered: a poetry reading
May 13, 2021
Join us for our second annual virtual poetry reading with a powerful lineup of poets previously featured in Discover Nikkei’s Nikkei Uncovered: a poetry column, hosted by author, poet, and performer traci kato-kiriyama. This year, we reached out to pairs of poets who will be reading works in conversation with each other. Each pair has their own unique relationship that will bring depth of conversation and in...
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Question 27, Question 28 by Chay Yew, directed by Jully Lee
May 08, 2021 - May 21, 2021
Artists at Play is sharing free theatre for young audiences in celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! What were the experiences of Japanese American women during the World War II concentration camps? How did they keep hope alive for themselves, their families and community? Question 27, Question 28 by Chay Yew uses archival interviews and testimonials to tell their stories of hardship, determination, a...
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2021 Member Appreciation Days—Springtime Savings!
May 07, 2021 - May 09, 2021
JANM Members get 20% off at janmstore.com, Friday–Sunday, May 7–9! Traditionally, our Member Appreciation Days represent a partnership between JANM and other fantastic Southern California museums to offer free reciprocal admission and 20% store discounts to our collective membership. While we and our partner museum stores remain closed, we’re pleased to offer the 20% discount to JANM Members through our online sto...
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2021 Gala & Auction: Reunited
May 01, 2021
Join Us at Reunited—the 2021 Gala & Auction! Celebrate JANM at a joyous evening of song, music, and special guests. This year, be Reunited with friends at our COVID-safe, virtual Gala & Auction—and support our largest annual fundraiser. The announcement of the winner of the 2021 Lexus Opportunity Drawing will also be online. Bid on unique items reflecting diverse Asian culture. New for our 2021 Gala is a video ...
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MAY 1 ONLINE GALA & AUCTION FOR THE JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM KICKS OFF ASIAN AMERICAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH
Apr 28, 2021
LOS ANGELES—May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and the Japanese American National Museum (JANM) will kick it off with its May 1 virtual Gala and Auction. A full month of events and activities are also scheduled. The Gala variety show, which is free to the public, will feature a diverse slate of entertainment and special guests. Co-hosts for the online show are Derek Mio, Jully Lee and Amy H...
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Discover Nikkei’s Nima Voices: Episode 4—Alberto Matsumoto & Mónica Kogiso
Apr 27, 2021
FREE on Discover Nikkei YouTube ¡Únase a nosotros para nuestro primer episodio en idioma español! Sepa sobre nuestro colaborador de Descubra a los Nikkei, Juan Alberto Matsumoto, mientras es entrevistado por nuestra anfitriona invitada, Mónica Kogiso. Alberto y Mónica son ambos nisei, originalmente de Escobar, Argentina. Ellos hablarán sobre las comunidades argentinas japonesas y los nikkei latinoamerican...
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STATEMENT: JANM WILL KEEP THE FOCUS ON FIGHTING FOR JUSTICE BEYOND THE DEREK CHAUVIN TRIAL
Apr 21, 2021
LOS ANGELES – Yesterday’s verdicts in Minneapolis are an important reminder that the nation should remain focused on overcoming centuries of prejudice and social inequities. We recognize that the jury’s verdict to convict Derek Chauvin does not reverse the fact that the murder of George Floyd is part of a long history of systemic racism against people of color. But we are hopeful that the decision is a step toward he...
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JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM STATEMENT IN RESPONSE TO OFFENSIVE ACTIONS OF HOUSTON BASEBALL PLAYER
Oct 30, 2017
Los Angeles, CA—The Japanese American National Museum adds its voice to the many who have denounced the racially offensive actions of Yuli Gurriel during Game 3 of the World Series. Though Gurriel has subsequently apologized, the fact remains that millions of viewers witnessed his behavior and many may have interpreted it as acceptable. The museum appreciates that Major League Baseball responded swiftly and publicly ...
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JANM’S NOVEMBER FREE FAMILY DAY CELEBRATES THE DIVERSITY OF LOS ANGELES
Oct 19, 2017
Los Angeles, CA—The Japanese American National Museum will celebrate the diverse mix of cultures that make up Los Angeles with a JANM Free Family Day on November 11, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission to the museum and its “We Love LA” Family Day activities—including crafts, story time, a dance workshop, and a musical performance—is free and all ages are welcome. “We Love LA” is presented in conjunction with the exh...