 March 25, 2011 - May 19, 2012
This exhibition, produced by the Johnson County Museum, looks at how changes in U.S. immigration policy has impacted who comes to the U.S. and the life they find here. It also explores the lives of immigrants in suburban communities and the role of the American Dream in shaping their experiences.
Educational Opportunities:
- New Immigrants and the American Dream: Spotlight on India
- Date: Saturday, April 16, 2011
- Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
- Details: The Johnson County Museum continues its New Immigrants and the American Dream programming with a day of culture and diversity! Meet Ritu Nanos, who will speak about her experiences as the daughter of Indian immigrants, and talk about Indian history, customs, modern life, and more. Stories, music, and fun for the whole family!
- Fee: FREE!
- New Immigrants and the American Dream Panel Discussion: Stories of Immigration
- Date: Thursday, May 5, 2011
- Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
- Details: Join the discussion as area immigrants and first-generation panelists come together to talk about their personal experiences of immigration, and reveal the real people behind immigration and cultural myths. Ask questions and challenge your perceptions!
- Fee: FREE!
- New Immigrants and the American Dream: Spotlight on Israel
- Date: Saturday, June 18, 2011
- Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
- Details: The Johnson County Museum continues its New Immigrants and the American Dream programming with a day of culture and diversity! Meet Lilach Nissim,the only Israeli emissary in Kansas, as she talks about her native country of Israel and its history, customs, and more. Stories, music, and fun for the whole family!
- Fee: FREE!
- New Immigrants and the American Dream: Spotlight on China
- Date: Saturday, September 10, 2011
- Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
- Details: The Johnson County Museum continues its New Immigrants and the American Dream programming with a day of culture and diversity! Bring the whole family to enjoy a cultural presentation about China, featuring entertainment, crafts, food, and much more.
- Fee: FREE!
- New Immigrants and the American Dream: Spotlight on Germany
- Date: Saturday, October 8, 2011
- Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
- Details: The Johnson County Museum continues its New Immigrants and the American Dream programming with a day of culture and diversity! German immigrant Jutta Stolz speaks about her experiences in her native country and starting a new life in the United States. Bring the whole family to enjoy crafts, food, and much more.
- Fee: FREE!
- New Immigrants and the American Dream: Spotlight on Greece
- Date: Saturday, November 12, 2011
- Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
- Details: The Johnson County Museum continues its New Immigrants and the American Dream programming with a day of culture and diversity! Bring the whole family to enjoy a cultural presentation about Greece, featuring entertainment, food, and much more.
- Fee: FREE!
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Location:
Johnson County Museum
6305 Lackman Road
Shawnee, KS 66217
Admission: FREE
Hours:
Monday - Saturday
10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Closed Sundays
Contact:
Phone: 913-715-2550
Fax: 913-715-2565
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