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JANM is coming back in January after a two-year transformation
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· August 21, 2026
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Key points The renovation cost $25 million and aimed to enhance the visitor experience. New technology is also being used, featuring avatars of Japanese American survivors of incarceration.
A major museum overhaul is complete after two years. The renovation cost $25 million and aimed to enhance the visitor experience. A new main entrance is part of the updated layout, leading to revamped exhibition galleries.
The museum's renewal includes an expanded signature exhibition, now incorporating various viewpoints and linking historical events to contemporary issues. New technology is also being used, featuring avatars of Japanese American survivors of incarceration.
Further details about the museum's reopening in January are available, including information about the updated exhibitions and facilities. The museum is set to reopen after its transformation, offering a fresh perspective on the Japanese American experience.
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Category: News Published: August 21, 2026 Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) Reading time: 1 min
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