The Manzanar Committee Mourns the Loss of Gann Matsuda (February 27, 1963–October 12, 2024), Civil Rights Activist, Journalist, and Educator

Gann Matsuda (left) was honored for his work on the Manzanar National Historic Site Advisory Commission in 2013. Photo Credit: James To, Manzanar Committee For Immediate ReleaseContact: Glen KitayamaPhone: 213-618-3162Email: gkitayama@manzanarcommittee.org Gann Matsuda, a beloved community leader, passionate educator, and dedicated journalist, passed away on October 12, 2024 at the age of 61. His tireless... Continue Reading →

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Download the E-Program for the 55th Annual Manzanar Pilgrimage

Every year we publish a printed program for the annual Manzanar Pilgrimage, which includes articles connecting our history and current events, information about our speakers and performers, and updates about what’s going on at the Manzanar National Historic Site. This year was no exception. Check out the printable program for the 55th Annual Manzanar Pilgrimage... Continue Reading →

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55th Annual Manzanar Pilgrimage: Keynote Speech by Attorney Don Tamaki – VIDEO

The following is the keynote speech delivered by attorney Don Tamaki at the 55th Annual Manzanar Pilgrimage, April 27, 2024, at the Manzanar National Historic Site. Click on the video below to watch. Video © 2024 Manzanar Committee. All rights reserved. LEAD PHOTO: Don Tamaki. Photo by Mark Kirchner/Manzanar Committee.

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55th Annual Manzanar Pilgrimage Official Photo Essay

Please enjoy this photo essay from the event, featuring the stunning photographs by photographers Mark Kirchner and Jon Klusmire. Mark and Jon have generously provided photographs of the Manzanar Pilgrimage to us for several years now and this year’s photographs are absolutely gorgeous. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do! Photos by Mark... Continue Reading →

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55th Annual Manzanar Pilgrimage Uplifts Struggles for Peace, Justice and Defense of Democracy

Advocates Highlight the Need for Black Reparations, Peace in Gaza, and Protecting Democratic Rights to 1,600 Attendees On Saturday April 27th 2024, the Manzanar Committee successfully hosted its 55th Annual Pilgrimage centered on the theme of Peace, Justice and Defense of Democracy. The day program featured educational speeches, cultural performances, and an interfaith ceremony to... Continue Reading →

April 30, 2024 0

Ron Wakabayashi to Receive the Sue Kunitomi Embrey Legacy Award at 55th Annual Manzanar Pilgrimage

LOS ANGELES — Ron Wakabayashi, former Regional Director, United States Department of Justice Community Relations Service, has been named as the 2024 recipient of the Sue Kunitomi Embrey Legacy Award. The award, named after the late chair of the Manzanar Committee was one of the founders of the annual Manzanar Pilgrimage and was the driving... Continue Reading →

April 19, 2024 1

Attorney Don Tamaki to Keynote 55th Annual Manzanar Pilgrimage

LOS ANGELES — On March 28, the Manzanar Committee announced that attorney Don Tamaki will be the keynote speaker at the 55th Annual Manzanar Pilgrimage, which will be held at the Manzanar National Historic Site on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 12:00 PM PDT (see map below). Tamaki, Senior Counsel of the Bay Area law... Continue Reading →

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2023-24 Katari Program: Giving Students “A Platform, Resources to be Proactive Leaders in our Communities”

Editor’s Note: Now it it’s seventh year, the 2023-24 Katari program was held on January 27-28, 2024, at the Manzanar National Historic Site. Here are one of our student’s thoughts about this year’s program. by Kelli Kosakura Driving up to Lone Pine on Friday night, I thought I knew what Katari weekend would be like.... Continue Reading →

March 8, 2024 1

Manzanar Committee Mourns the Passing of Community Leader, Activist, and Mentor Alan Nishio

LOS ANGELES — The Manzanar Committee is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of community leader, activist and mentor Alan Nishio on December 27 at the age of 78, after more than 17 years battling a rare form of cancer. Nishio was born on August 9, 1945, in the Manzanar concentration camp, one of... Continue Reading →

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