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Heinlenville Neighbors: Pinoytown Exhibit

Community Event
In Person
Japanese American Museum of San Jose
535 N. FIFTH STREET San Jose, California, United States of America

Date: Oct. 3, 2024 – Jan. 5, 2025



Exhibit Dates: October 3, 2024 – January 5, 2025 ​​​​​​​

We’re thrilled to announce the opening of our new exhibit, “Heinlenville Neighbors: Pinoytown 1920s - late 1950s”!

 

This exhibit marks our first collaboration with the Filipino/a/x American community and sheds light on the vibrant "Pinoytown" that flourished in historic Heinlenville, where today's Japantown now stands.

 

Curated by Robert Ragsac and Ralph Pearce, this exhibit unveils the untold stories of First Wave Filipino Americans and their families in Santa Clara Valley.

 

Don't miss this unique opportunity to celebrate Filipino American History Month with us!

 

Free with admission during museum hours:  Thursday - Sunday 12:00pm  - 4:00pm
$12 Adults
$8   Seniors (65+), Students, Educators
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