Series: Member Events
Members' only events -- i.e. receptions, etc.
All programs are free for Museum members and free with admission for non-members, unless otherwise noted. Reservations are required for all programs. Seating is limited. Please call 213-625-0414 to make reservations. Events are subject to change.
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Member Events
Members' Opening for One Way or Another: Asian American Art Now
One Way or Another: Asian American Art Now brings together 17 artists from across the country who defy a definitive conception of Asian American art.
Organized by the Asia Society, New York, and curated by Melissa Chiu, Director and Curator of Contemporary Asian Art, Asia Society Museum, New York, Karin Higa, Adjunct Senior Curator of Art, Japanese American National Museum, and Susette S. Min, Assistant Professor of Asian American Studies and Art History, University of California, Davis. This exhibition was organized by Asia Society, New York, with support from Altria Group, Inc., the W.L.S. Spencer Foundation, Nimoy Foundation, and Asia Society's Contemporary Art Council. In conjunction with the exhibition One Way or Another: Asian American Art Now |
6:30 AM |
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Member's Only Performance of: Dawn’s Light: The Journey of Gordon Hirabayashi
As a thank you for your support of the Japanese American National Museum you are invited to a special Members-only event… Please join us for a special performance of Dawn’s Light: The Journey of Gordon Hirabayashi (An abridged Theatre for Youth production) By Jeanne Sakata Directed by Jessica Kubzansky With Martin Yu as Gordon Hirabayashi Based on a true story. During WWII in Seattle, University of Washington student Gordon Hirabayashi agonizes over U.S. government orders to forcibly remove and imprison all people of Japanese ancestry on the West Coast. As he fights to reconcile his country's betrayal with his Constitutional beliefs, Gordon journeys toward a greater understanding of America's triumphs and failures. Saturday, March 15, 2008 Two Performances: 1:00 pm or 3:00 pm Each performance is approximately 45 minutes. At the Democracy Forum of the National Center for Democracy Located on the National Museum’s campus 369 East First Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 FREE for all Member cardholders + 1 guest (guests must be accompanied by the Member cardholder) Space is limited. Reservations are required and will be accepted until 5:00 pm on March 15, 2008 or until space becomes filled. Reservations: 213.625.0414 ext. 2222 Please specify which performance you will be attending. Thank you for supporting the Japanese American National Museum. |
1:00 PM |
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Members' Appreciation Day
FREE ADMISSION AND 20% OFF AT 14 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ORGANIZATIONS Whether you are celebrating Children’s Day or Mother’s Day or just the merry month of May, take this wonderful opportunity to explore some of Southern California’s finest cultural resources and shop for unique gifts. To show our appreciation for our Members, shop at the Museum Store on May 3, 2008 and receive an extra discount! In addition, we have partnered with 13 Southern California institutions to offer National Museum Members FREE admission (to non-ticketed exhibitions) and a 20% discount* in the store on special days. Just show your current membership card. The Museum will also honor the additional discount for online orders placed on May 3, 2008. *Cannot be combined with other discounts. Discounts do not apply on sale and other exempt items. Discounts only apply to items in stock. Items will not be held. |
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Japan's Hidden Treasures
Join us for a slide presentation and Q & A about Japan's Hidden Treasures. Reservations required: 213.830.5676. NEW! Smithsonian Journeys Travel Program open to all National Museum members Japan’s Hidden Treasures • November 6–18, 2008 Travel to Japan with Smithsonian guest lecturers and fellow National Museum members. For an itinerary, pricing, and Reservations, call 213.830.5676. For a complete itinerary: http://www.collettevacations.com/group/janm/japan.cfm Save the date Spirit of Washington, D.C. • April 16–20, 2009 |
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Upper-level Member's Reception
Living Flowers: Ikebana and Contemporary Art By invitation only. In conjunction with the exhibition Living Flowers: Ikebana and Contemporary Art |
6:00 PM |
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Member's Only Preview
Living Flowers: Ikebana and Contemporary Art In conjunction with the exhibition Living Flowers: Ikebana and Contemporary Art |
6:00 PM |
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Member Events
Insider's Tour & Continental Breakfast for Upper-level MembersTour with curator Karin Higa includes exclusive access to observe the ikebana artists at work. By invitation only. Call 213.830.5676 for more information. In conjunction with the exhibition Living Flowers: Ikebana and Contemporary Art |
8:30 AM |
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Members' Appreciation Days
FREE ADMISSION AND 20% OFF AT 21 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ORGANIZATIONS Need a reason to become a National Museum Member? We’ll give you 21! The Japanese American National Museum, in partnership with 20 Southland institutions, hosts special holiday shopping days for members only! On selected days, your National Museum membership card entitles you to free admission (excluding special ticketed events) and 20% off* at each institution’s store. The discount will also be honored on our Museum Store Online on December 6 & 7. See a list of participating organizations and dates >> JOIN OR RENEW NOW! If you are not a current member, you can join or renew your membership online now to take advantage of this special offer for members. You can even join on December 6th or 7th on-site or online to receive your member discount on any purchases made on the same order. Mark the dates on your calendar! |
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