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Japanese American National Museum
Museum, Art Gallery, and History Museum
Little Tokyo, Los Angeles
"Coming up next month: Hello Kitty exhibit"(2 Tips)
"Admission is FREE on Thursday evenings"(3 Tips)
"Free admission every Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p."(2 Tips)
"Free on Thursday from 5-8pm."(2 Tips)
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John (aka “PHATFoodFan”)February 27, 2016Get a free guided tour by one of the dojis who had lived through the internment camps who share their personal experiences. Most are in their 90s but so energetic and inspirational!
- Los AngelesOctober 13, 2010The Japanese American National Museum is the only museum in the country dedicated to sharing the experience of Americans of Japanese ancestry
Kendal CockrelAugust 16, 2018The exhibit on Japanese American internment is necessary and a must see. Museum staff are extremely knowledgeable and helpful.
Derek JonesJanuary 27, 2015The changing exhibit typically lifts you up into a cheery mood and when it ends, you are thrust into the guilt of Japanese internment camps. Nice once, JANM.
Tevita FolauOctober 12, 2016Until Jan 8, it's the Tatau exhibit. Definitely worth a trip. Beautiful artwork and culture.
Vanessa LeuterioJune 6, 2015Went here for the Hello Kitty expo and I love it! Had a great w/ my family here 😍💖
I love this place and always enjoy how connected they are with the community through hosting events and amazing exhibits!
Pacific Standard TimeFebruary 3, 2012Drawing the Line: Japanese American Art, Design and Activism in Post-War Los Angeles – art and activism combine. Open through 2.19.12.
Jaime OhmJune 26, 2016Download the free iPhone app to listen to the free lectures in the permanent collection.
Target Free Saturday on Oct. 12th 2013. Bring the family, friends, and enjoy our activities for all ages! Admission is free to the public!- DowntownLA.comApril 27, 2011Admission is FREE on Thursday evenings, 5-8pm, plus all day on the 3rd Thursday of the month. Go Metro for a 10% discount at Chado Tea Room! Read more
- Los AngelesAugust 2, 2013Free admission every Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and every third Tuesday of the month.
Craig YoshiharaFebruary 16, 2013If you have relatives who lived in camp stop by the resource center and they can look up entry and exit information about them for you for free.
meniscuszine.comSeptember 24, 2011Well-curated, informative museum that pays particular attention to the immigration and subsequent internment of Japanese in the U.S. Do not skip the gift shop on your way out.
Melissa KaitaJanuary 26, 2011Make sure to check out the gift shop. Lots of cute little Japanese gifts and books.
Tony TacacciAugust 27, 2010free wi-fi infront of the stairs (outside). Look for "Little Tokyo Unplugged" signal.
- Los AngelesJuly 14, 2011Go @metrolosangeles 2 Civic Center & visit @ChinAmerMuseum @jamuseum & stay @KyotoGrand-
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Japanese American National Museum
100 N Central Ave (at E First St.)
Los Angeles, CA 90012
United States
Los Angeles, CA 90012
United States
Our mission is to promote understanding and appreciation of America’s ethnic and cultural diversity by sharing the Japanese American experience.
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Fri–Sun
- 11:00 AM–5:00 PM
(213) 625-0414
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"great tea service. Afternoon high tea is super filling. Get the groupon! Great deal :)"
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