Workshops

Due to the ongoing public health threat of COVID-19, programs are subject to change and/or cancellation. By participating, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. A signed waiver form will be required to participate in classes and workshops. View or print waiver form here. In the event of a cancellation, a refund will be issued to registrants.

Morikami hosts 1 and 2-day workshops on diverse cultural arts and language taught by local and guest instructors. Regular workshops run at least an hour-and-a-half and include museum admission in the price. Mini workshops are one hour and do not include museum admission in the reduced price. Registration for classes or workshops close by 4:00pm the day before the 1st class. For those happening on the weekend they close the Friday prior by 2:00pm.

Please know that unless otherwise stated as “Youth” all classes and workshops are for adults and teenagers 15 years and older. We will allow some younger youth on a case by case basis. Please contact the Education Program Coordinator at (561) 233-1367 if you would like to enroll a younger youth in a program.

All programs are open for registration on August 1st of each year for the upcoming season. Each season runs from October through the summer of the next year.

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Block Printing Calligraphy Adult Calligraphy Youth Furoshiki (Fabric Wrapping) Gift Presentation Haiku Japanese Traditional Music Kokedama Koto Nihongo Language Intensive 1 Nihongo Language Intensive 2 Nihongo Language Intensive 3 Origami Youth Sado Tea Shibori Indigo Sushi Taiko (Drumming) Youth Music Camp

The Way Of Taiko: The Heartbeat Of Japan

Traditional Drum Workshop

The workshop includes an introduction to the history of taiko. Participants are taught how to understand sounds and movements, i.e., how to connect nature and the meaning of body movement. They become familiar with the way of taiko and drumming techniques. Instruments are provided for you.

11:00AM, Sunday, January 24, 2021

Morikami Theater

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Do you want to be put on the waiting list? Email Lisa Niven, the Education Program Coordinator at lniven@pbcgov.org.

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2:00PM, Sunday, January 24, 2021

Morikami Theater

11:00AM, Sunday, March 14, 2021

Morikami Theater

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Do you want to be put on the waiting list? Email Lisa Niven, the Education Program Coordinator at lniven@pbcgov.org.

2:00PM, Sunday, March 14, 2021

Morikami Theater

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The Art Of Japanese Fabric Wrapping

Furoshiki Workshop

People have used furoshiki, a square reusable wrapping cloth, since the 16th century in a variety of ways to wrap different sized and shaped objects. Learn how to wrap a wine bottle, a watermelon, books, and make a tote bag from a furoshiki.

10:30AM, Saturday, February 13, 2021

Oki Education Center

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Language Lessons (Level 1- Part 2)

Nihongo: Japanese Intensive Workshop II

2-Day Workshop

This intensive 2-day workshop continues where you left off in Workshop I, it covers Units 2 and 3 of the required textbook and continues with hiragana reading and writing.

12:00PM, Saturday, February 13, 2021

Off-site

Virtual Online Class

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Shibori Indigo Workshop

The use of indigo dye, or aizome, has a long and cherished history in Japan. The deep blue colors for which Japanese textiles are celebrated come from the leaves of the tade ai, a plant introduced to Japan from China in the sixth century. Shibori is a Japanese technique of manual resist dyeing used to make patterns on fabrics. Learn various shibori techniques and get a chance to make your own shibori creation. In our October session, make a set of special dinner napkins for your home. Come to our February session and make a shibori scarf for your wardrobe or for a special someone. In March, cook in style by making your own shibori apron to wear.

10:00AM, Saturday, February 20, 2021

Oki Education Center

Shibori Napkin I - Beginner

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10:00AM, Saturday, March 6, 2021

Oki Education Center

Shibori Napkin II - Advanced

10:00AM, Saturday, April 3, 2021

Oki Education Center

Shibori Scarves

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Omotesenke School

Sado: Tea Ceremony Workshop

This workshop teaches the basics of sadō – The Way of Tea – necessary to understand the aesthetics of sadō and to fully enjoy the tea ceremony itself. Participants become familiar with how to participate as a guest, how to make a bowl of tea, and serve it.

1:30PM, Saturday, March 6, 2021

Tea House

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1:30PM, Saturday, June 12, 2021

Tea House

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Adult Workshop

Basics Of Sushi Workshop

Sushi has entered the American palate as a cultural influence from Japan. But do you know what sushi is? Few know that sushi is not actually raw fish, but rice made with a bit of vinegar and sugar. Served with a variety of accompaniments, cooked or raw fish and vegetables, it can take many forms. Participants in this hands-on workshop, led by Mitsutoshi Sekita, sushi chef and owner from a Japanese restaurant in Plantation, Florida will learn cultural information about sushi, how to make sushi, and, of course, enjoy eating the sushi. Both classes teach you how to create the same sushi.

10:00AM, Sunday, March 28, 2021

Oki Education Center

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Guest Artist Workshops

Youth Summer Music & Culture Camp

Sponsored by Batchelor Foundation and Residence Inn Boca Raton by Marriott

There will be two opportunities for adults to take the Japanese traditional music workshops at the Morikami Museum with our professional musicians from Japan. Instruments and sheet music will be provided for use in the workshops.

9:00AM, Monday, June 21, 2021

Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens

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9:00AM, Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens

9:00AM, Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens

9:00AM, Thursday, June 24, 2021

Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens

9:00AM, Friday, June 25, 2021

Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens

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Guest Artist Youth & Adult Workshops

Japanese Traditional Music Workshops: Koto with Joseph Amato

Sponsored by Batchelor Foundation and Residence Inn Boca Raton by Marriott

There will be two opportunities for adults to take the Japanese traditional music workshops at the Morikami Museum with our professional musician from Japan. Instruments and sheet music will be provided for use in the workshops.

9:00AM, Saturday, June 26, 2021

Morikami Theater

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1:30PM, Saturday, June 26, 2021

Morikami Theater

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Calligraphy Youth Workshop

Learn how to write your name and some Japanese words with ink and brush, two traditional calligraphy writing implements in this hands-on workshop.

11:30AM, Saturday, July 17, 2021

Oki Education Center

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Youth Origami Workshop

Grades 3rd – 12th

Make unique pieces of art with paper! Learn how to make origami by using various techniques and simple folds.

11:30AM, Saturday, August 7, 2021

Oki Education Center

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Traditional Japanese Instrument

Koto Workshop

Koto is a traditional Japanese stringed instrument first introduced to Japan from China in the 7th-8th centuries. Learn the fascinating history of this exquisite instrument and how to play it in this one-day introductory workshop. Instruments will be provided for participants to use in the workshop. To further your studies on the koto, sign-up for our koto class series or summer guest artist workshops.

10:30AM, Saturday, September 18, 2021

Morikami Theater

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