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National Japanese American Memorial Foundation
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VISIT

The Japanese American Memorial to Patriotism During World War II

PLAN YOUR VISIT
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LEARN

About the legacy of Japanese Americans during
World War II

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PROGRAMS

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— THE FOUNDATION’S MISSION —

We are dedicated to preserving the legacy of the Japanese Americans during World War II by honoring their heroic military service and patriotism while educating the public of their unjust incarceration and sacrifices.

 What’s New at the Memorial

TOMORROW AT 10:00AM! JOIN US FOR THE 26TH ANNUAL NATIONAL CHERRY BLOSSOM FREEDOM WALK This annual event continues to be an official event of the @cherryblossfest Cherry Blossom Festival. For more information, please click on the link in our “E
Earlier this month, participants of the JACL/OCA Leadership Summit toured the memorial. Established by @jacl_national in 1984, the four-day annual leadership summit program introduces community leaders from across the nation to the national policy-ma
On Sunday, Japanese students who participated in the American Bowl — an event in which Japanese high school students learn about American history, culture, art, geography, science, and international relations — toured the memorial and lea
We are proud to support the @jacldcchapter in presenting their exciting new educational resource—a graphic novel called, “But, Where Are You REALLY From?” This innovative tool, designed to enrich the educational landscape, narrates
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Your donations help support a variety of programs and events that help spread the Foundation's mission to promote the National Japanese American Memorial to Patriotism as a reminder that what happened to Japanese Americans during World War II will not happen to any other group, regardless of race, religion, or national origin.

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