Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
Time: 1:00pm
Cost: FREE (with paid museum admission)
Location: Morikami Theater
*No reservations. Tickets will be given out the day of the event, at a first come, first served basis. Limited tickets available.
Join us for a truly impactful and interactive presentation that delves into the poignant history of the Japanese American WWII experience. Nationally recognized redress movement scholar, Dr. Mitch Maki, will guide you through this critical chapter in American history, exploring the challenges of incarceration and military service, and culminating with the passage of the Civil Liberties Act of 1988. Through the blending of historical facts with compelling community anecdotes and audience perspectives, Dr. Maki fosters a dynamic dialogue that connects this history to today’s crucial issues of social justice and the enduring strength of democracy. This is more than a presentation; it is a moving and inspirational opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the unwavering Go For Broke spirit of the Japanese American soldiers and the ongoing relevance of their fight for the freedoms and liberties we all cherish. This is a chance to explore how their legacy impacts us and future generations.
Meet the Speaker
Dr. Mitchell Maki is the president and CEO for the Go For Broke National Education Center and is nationally recognized as a leader in the Japanese American community. He is the lead author of the award-winning book, “Achieving the Impossible Dream: How Japanese Americans Obtained Redress,” a detailed case study of the passage of the 1988 Civil Liberties Act. Dr. Maki has spoken nationally and internationally to groups interested in the redress movement and is recognized as one of the leading scholars on the historic campaign. He has been an active member of the Japanese American community and has served on the board of governors and scholarly advisory councils of the Japanese American National Museum and Go For Broke National Education Center.