JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM
LOS ANGELES, CA
The Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles, California is the largest museum in the United States dedicated to sharing the history and culture of Japanese Americans. Founded in 1992, the museum has evolved into a comprehensive cultural center for Japanese American history, culture, and art. Located in the historic Little Tokyo district of downtown Los Angeles, the museum is housed in two historic buildings, the former Nishi Hongwanji Buddhist Temple and the former home of Hompa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple. The museum offers a variety of exhibits and programs that explore the experiences of Japanese Americans.
The museum’s permanent exhibits tell the story of the Japanese American experience, from the earliest immigrants to the present day. The museum also hosts rotating exhibitions in its galleries that feature works by contemporary Japanese American artists. Additionally, the museum offers educational programs and resources, including lectures, workshops, and performances, as well as a research library and archives.
The museum also has a gift shop and a café that serves Japanese-inspired dishes. The museum is open to the public seven days a week and admission is free for members, children under five, and students with valid ID. Visitors can also take part in guided tours, special events, and other activities. The Japanese American National Museum works to ensure that the stories and culture of Japanese Americans are remembered and shared for future generations.
JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in LOS ANGELES CA. US MID #8400600340
The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).
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- telephone: 2136250414
JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM
369 EAST FIRST STREET
LOS ANGELES
CA
90012
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JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM Information
MID # | 8400600340 |
Name | JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM |
Alternate Name | JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM |
Classification | Uncategorized or General Museums, , Western |
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INCOME | 0 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 34.04954, -118.238972 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 06 FIPS County Code: 037 US Census Tract: 206200 US Census Block: 2000 |