The sessions on January 6 and 8 are identical so you can attend either session.

"I had met a former internee who told me that what she wanted most was that she wanted people to just remember. I want to be able to tell the stories of the experiences of Japanese Americans so that people will remember what they went through."

                                          - Janet Grant, a new JAMsj volunteer docent.

New JAMsj volunteer docents, Kevin Nii and Janet Grant

Docents enhance the visitor experience by interpreting exhibits, facilitating interaction among individuals, and posing critical questions to extend thinking. Interested in joining JAMsj's team of docents? Attend one of the docent training sessions that are offered on January 6 or January 8.

Aggie Idemoto and Joe Yasutake will facilitate these entertaining and educational workshops. They will train interested volunteers on the "what and how" of docenting. As a follow up to the training, trainees will have an opportunity to shadow an experienced docent--a critical next step in the learning process. Readiness to fly solo is up to the individual.

Interested in becoming a JAMsj docent?  You can submit the online volunteer application form. For further information or if you would like to register for docent training, contact Aggie Idemoto at (408) 268-4440 or aggie@jamsj.org.