Special Programs

Morikami provides informative and unique experiences for all ages through its Special Programs. Here you will find educational and cultural programming related to our current exhibitions and all things Japan—lectures, films, performances, special events, and more!

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Concerts Films Moon Over Morikami Morikami Goes to Portland Speaker Series Stroll for Well-Being

Film Series

Shoplifters (CANCELLED)

Sponsored by JM Family Enterprises

7:00PM, Friday, April 24, 2020

Morikami Theater

(CANCELLED)

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Speaker Series

Cultural Encounters

Sponsored by the National Endowment for the Humanities

An Exercise in Rethinking Modern, Contemporary Latin American and Caribbean Art from the Perspective of Asian Migration to the Region

1:00PM, Friday, May 8, 2020

Morikami Theater

FREE with paid museum admission. No reservations. Tickets will be given out the day of the event, at a first come, first served basis.

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World Bonsai Day

World Bonsai Day celebrates the legacy of bonsai master Saburo Kato (1915-2008), a key figure in the modern history of bonsai. Mr. Kato was the third-generation owner of “Mansei-en,” located in Omiya (just north of Tokyo) and one of the most famous bonsai nurseries in the world. Today Omiya Bonsai Village is known as the “Bonsai Mecca” of the world.

10:00AM, Saturday, May 9, 2020

Morikami Gardens

All events are free with paid museum admission.

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Mother's Day at Morikami

Step out of Delray Beach and into Japan as Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens takes mom away to a place of pure beauty. Celebrate Mother’s Day with a stroll through Roji-en, a special prix-fixe menu at the Cornell Cafe and more! No reservations will be taken for this event. Seating at the café is first come, first served and …

10:00AM, Sunday, May 10, 2020

Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens

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