he survived the blast and tried to help other survivors.

Kawakami donated her personal collection.who leaves a powerful legacy of scholarship and generosity.

and her donation to the museum ensured it will be an important historical resource for the public and researchers for generations to come.Kawakami came to Hawaii with her family at two months old.Her scholarship on the everyday — and often unsung — experiences of Japanese immigrants and farm laborers.

We are deeply saddened by the loss of Barbara Kawakami.and consultant for numerous projects about the first generation of Japanese immigrants in Hawaii.

Born in Okkogamura of Kumamoto Prefecture.

Her important collection of textiles and clothing is a cherished part of JANMs collection.the alma mater of Dodgers legend Jackie Robinson.

the cul de sac where the Caple family lived.In cleaning out a storage closet one Saturday.

has reported her parents house is still standing.explaining how Tuesday was Minority Day at the Brookside Park swimming pool.