dedicated to celebrating and sharing Japans rich cultural heritage.

governments unconstitutional mass incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II.which have historically been underrepresented in Californias history.

The day before the decision came down.She and her husband eventually settled in Los Angeles and started a family.This all-female cohort consists of powerful women who remain beloved cultural icons and civil rights luminaries today.

making indelible contributions to our culture and influencing the path of history.She granted just one interview request for a brief oral history.

We are thrilled to announce the induction of the first all-women class of honorees into the California Hall of Fame.

These trailblazing women have shattered barriers.One guest had seemingly been dragged along for his daughter’s fun at the anime convention.

The ribbons Bri mentions are unique to ALA.like the benches the community made.

I keep coming back year after year because of how they try to preserve and keep the spirit of the earlier days.a vendor; (collectible ribbons pictured on the right).