# Event Details - **Event Name**: 9th Annual South Sound Day of Remembrance: A Gathering of Japanese American Stories - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: 9th Annual South Sound Day of Remembrance: A Gathering of Japanese American Stories Thursday, May 21, 2026, 4:00 – 8:00 PM Washington State History Museum FREE Join us for an evening of remembrance marking the 84th anniversary of the forced removal of Japanese Americans from South Puget Sound in May 1942. Now in its 9th year, the event, curated by Tamiko Nimura, features a book fair, author chats, and a panel discussion exploring Japanese American stories. This event will also include a procession from the Washington State History Museum to Union Station. Tamiko Nimura is an Asian American creative nonfiction writer and public historian living in Tacoma, Washington. She writes from an interdisciplinary space at the intersection of her love of literature, grounding in American ethnic studies, inherited wisdom from teachers and activists, and storytelling through history. Her forthcoming memoir is titled A PLACE FOR WHAT WE LOSE: A DAUGHTER’S RETURN TO TULE LAKE (University of Washington Press). About the “We the People Lecture Series” Join us for the “We the People Lecture Series” every Third Thursday, with free admission to the Washington State History Museum. Explore what it means to be a Washingtonian and connect with our nation’s founding values. Each event offers fresh perspectives on Washington’s story, featuring talks, demonstrations, trivia, and performances in partnership with local cultural groups and organizations. This series is part of Washington’s 250th anniversary celebration of the Declaration of Independence. All are welcome to learn, connect, and have fun! Learn more and get involved at: www.America250WA.org. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tacoma/9th-annual-south-sound-day-of-remembrance-a-gathering-of-japanese-american-stories/200029812888651 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, business, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 15 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Tacoma - **state**: WA - **country**: United States - **location**: 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA, United States, Washington 98402 - **lat**: 47.24438 - **long**: -122.43583 - **full address**: 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA, United States, Washington 98402 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 9th Annual South Sound Day of Remembrance: A Gathering of Japanese American Stories - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/739500a5eb2ae8fa0b8aee1d634bf7958bbc1d8c82097f34a48cdb84ad240e2c-rimg-w1200-h960-dcd6d5d9-gmir?v=1775191261 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 9th Annual South Sound Day of Remembrance: A Gathering of Japanese American Stories being held? - **A:** 9th Annual South Sound Day of Remembrance: A Gathering of Japanese American Stories takes place on Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA, United States, Washington 98402. - **Q**: Who is organizing 9th Annual South Sound Day of Remembrance: A Gathering of Japanese American Stories? - **A:** 9th Annual South Sound Day of Remembrance: A Gathering of Japanese American Stories is organized by Washington State History Museum. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Washington State History Museum's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Washington State History Museum a rating of 4/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Washington State History Museum has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 9th Annual South Sound Day of Remembrance: A Gathering of Japanese American Stories is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Tacoma, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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