Image Courtesy University of Illinois PressThursday, Dec 3rd 6:30pm
BOOK TALK & SIGNING: Camp Harmony: Japanese American Internment and the Puyallup Assembly Center
By author Louis Fiset with introduction by Roger Daniels. Fiset is also the author of Imprisoned Apart: The World War II Correspondence of an Issei Couple and co-editor of Nikkei in the Pacific Northwest.
Camp Harmony: Japanese American Internment and Puyallup Assembly Center explores the daily lives of the more than seven thousand Japanese American inmates at "Camp Harmony," detailing how they worked, played, ate, and occasionally fought with each other and with their captors.
Come in for a free discussion and book signing. The book is available for purchase at the Museum Marketplace. Co-presented by Densho.
Image Courtesy Dreamworks
Saturday, Dec 5th
ANIMATION FILM SCREENING:
Tickets: Members: $2 (Kung Fu Panda), (Origin) suggested donation;
Non-members: $3 (Kung Fu Panda), (Origin) $5 suggested donation.
10:30am Kung Fu Panda
DreamWorks' Kung Fu Panda stars Po, a lazy and irreverent panda who is a fan of Kung Fu but has to work at his family's noodle shop. Unexpectedly chosen to fulfill an ancient prophecy, Po's dreams become reality when he comes under the leadership of Kung Fu guru Shifu and trains to hilarious results. (PG, 92 minutes, 2008.) All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Explore the world of animation with this film and our current animation exhibit, Drawing a Story: Asian Pacific Islander Americans, Animation and Comics.
Members: $2
Non-members: $3 for Kung Fu Panda only; $7 for double feature pass to Kung Fu Panda and Origin: Spirits of the Past
Image Courtesy funimation.com2pm: Origin: Spirits of the Past
Origin: Spirits of the Past begins 300 years in the future after the Earth has been devastated by mankind. The balance of this world is tipped when a young boy stumbles across a machine that encases a girl from the past. This futuristic film explores the relationship between man and the environment. (NR, 90 minutes, 2006.) Appropriate for 13 years and up. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Explore the world of animation with this film and our current animation exhibit, Drawing a Story: Asian Pacific Islander Americans, Animation and Comics.
Thursday, Dec 17th
NEW EXHIBIT OPENING: Cultural Transcendence
Cultural Transcendence is a multimedia exhibition of art works from five Asian Pacific Islander American artists that explore transcendence, both in use of materials and in concept.
5:30 – 6:30pm : All members exclusive preview featuring Shin'm, an interactive dance performance with artist Eunsu Kang and choreographer/performer Diana Garcia-Snyder. Reception with light refreshments. RSVP to Joann Natalia Aquino or 206.623.5124 ext 106.
6:30 – 7pm : Open to the public and free to the public. No RSVP required.
Saturday, Dec 19th 1 – 3pm
ART ACTIVITY: Family Day at the Wing with YouthCAN
Join YouthCAN, one of Wing Luke Asian Museum's youth groups, as they lead a free art workshop. For all ages.
Tiger. Jimmy Tsutomu Mirikitani, Share the Wing Luke Asian Museum with your family and friends. Gift membership is the gift that keeps giving all year long!
For a Limited Time: Your gift membership includes a Jimmy Mirikitani Year of the Tiger holiday card (personalized by you for your recipient) as well as a free special gift at no extra charge.
You can add your own personal message to the card's inside message: Happy 2010, year of the tiger! Wishing you peace throughout the new year.
Special gifts* depend on gift membership level:
Individual ($45) – Family ($75)
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An artist-designed coaster/mini mouse pad that doubles as a puzzle
Available for Individual ($45), National Friends ($55), Friends ($65), and Family ($75) membership levels.
Patron ($125 and our best value membership!)
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Choice of Wing Luke Asian Museum umbrella or tote
Gallery ($500)
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Receive all three items — tote, umbrella, and puzzle coaster/mini mouse pad
President's Circle ($1,000)
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A limited edition pendant necklace created by renowned local artist Gerry Tsutakawa (miniature replica of the Museum's main entrance bronze door pulls)
Leadership Circle ($2,500)
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A signed limited-edition bronze sculpture created by renowned local artist Gerry Tsutakawa (miniature replica of the Museum's main entrance canopy)
*Valid only for gift memberships and not renewals.
Come to the Marketplace and browse through hand-picked merchandise, some only available at the Wing Luke Asian Museum!
Need help shopping? Enjoy our free personal shopper service to help you pick out the perfect gifts!
Thursday, Dec 3rd 5 – 8 pm & Saturday, Dec 19th 1 – 5 pm
Shop Till You Drop Open House:
Join us for hot cider, cookies and fun demonstrations!
Saturday, Dec 5th 10 am – 5 pm
Member & Shopper Appreciation Day:
Members — bring a guest for free! Grab treats in our special Members' Lounge, 10 – 2pm. Members also receive an additional 5% discount on top of their regular discount.
All shoppers receive double punches on the Marketplace's limited-offer 10 for 10 frequent shopper club card.
Support the Wing Luke Asian Museum exhibits and public programming through your tax-deductible gift.
Your gift can make a big difference!
Thank you for your support!
Give online or mail / fax completed donation form to:
Wing Luke Asian Museum
719 South King Street
Seattle, WA 98104
Fax (206) 623-4559
Questions? Please call (206) 623-5124 ext. 138
Celebrate the holidays and your special occasions at the Wing Luke Asian Museum! We offer several different spaces for your memorable event — meeting rooms, a theatre, and of course, our elegant Community Hall and Welcome Hall. Located in the heart of Chinatown-International District, our beautifully restored 1910 building is the perfect backdrop for your gathering.
For reservation and more information, please visit our Event Space Reservation Program page or contact John Hom at (206) 623-5124 ext. 108 or by email.
