2022 Densho Virtual Gala: Telling Our Next Story

Free – Register Now!

Join Densho for an evening of art, conversation, and community as we celebrate our collective power to keep Japanese American history alive now and in the future. In addition to paying tribute to outgoing director Tom Ikeda, we’ll introduce Densho’s new executive director Naomi Ostwald Kawamura, highlight emerging artists, and honor the elders whose stories are at the heart of all that we do.

How to Watch
Register for free to receive the link where the event will stream live on November 2, 5pm PT / 8pm ET. The video will include a live chat and a closed captioning option will be available. We encourage you to gather safely with friends and family to watch the Densho Virtual Gala together!

Speakers & Performers
Toshiko Grace Hasegawa, MC
Tom Ikeda, Founding Executive Director
Naomi Ostwald Kawamura, Incoming Executive Director
Dominique Stephens, MC
Writers Respond, Karen L. Ishizuka, Nikiko Masumoto, & Lane Tomosumi Shigihara
Hisako’s House Performance, Robyn Mineko Williams & Jacqueline Burnett

Stay tuned for more performers and guest appearances!