Photo by Tina JuneClosing celebration to be held Sunday.

Navajo/Diné quilter from Sheep Springs.I told my sensei I dont deserve this.

and Patricia and Emily Kinaga Wong.often by members of their own communities.traditional Zuni dancers and singers from Zuni.

said it was long overdue recognition.Its unique sounds have captivated so many of us in the Los Angeles area.

June is the kindest and most generous human being who cares deeply about her family and her community.

Kuramoto acknowledged those who wrote recommendation letters on her behalf: Chris Aihara.Alberto FujimoriAlberto Fujimori.

he was the first Japanese recipient of the FIFA Presidential Award.One of the inventors of karaoke.

A celebrated author and lyricist behind some of Japan’s most beloved picture books.The bishop of Buddhist Churches of America for 15 years.