<h2>Film and Discussion: Blossoms &amp; Thorns</h2>
<p>Join us for a special screening of a 19-minute documentary exploring the history of Japanese American incarceration during World War II. This poignant film sheds light on a chapter of American history too often overlooked, revealing the struggles, resilience, and lasting impact on those affected.</p>
<p>Each Friday at 2 PM, the screening is followed by a discussion with guest speaker Jim Oshima. Jim shares his family's personal story of incarceration, offering a heartfelt and firsthand perspective that deepens the film’s message.</p>
<p>While the documentary is shown daily in the visitor center, this Friday program provides a rare opportunity to connect history with lived experience. Don’t miss this powerful journey into the past, told through both film and personal testimony.</p>

Blossoms and Thorns Film and Discussion

Celebrate and honor the contributions and sacrifices of American civilians on the WWII home front. Discover how diverse communities lived, worked, and interacted. Many faces, many stories, many truths, weave a rich tapestry of experiences from this era of opportunity and loss.

Entrance sign against the historic Ford buidling.

Historic Ford Building

Rosie the Riveter Visitor Education Center

Life Cast figures on display in camping scenario.

Multiple exhibit signage and panels in the visitor education center.

Modern art memorial structure with historic photos. Sits in park.

Rosie the Riveter Memorial

Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front

Hours of Operation:
The Visitor Center is open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The park is also closed during the following holidays:

Holidays:
Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.

Blossoms and Thorns Film and Discussion

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