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Manzanar: Preserving the Story of WWII Incarceration

29 May 2026 10:30

Manzanar National Historic Site in California's Owens Valley preserves the story of over 10,000 Japanese Americans incarcerated during World War II. - The site features a visitor center with exhibits, oral histories, and artifacts.

- Self-guided tours include reconstructed guard towers, barracks, and Japanese gardens. - The nearby town of Independence offers additional exhibits at the Eastern California Museum.

- Admission is free, and the grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset. This historic site serves as a powerful reminder of the violation of civil liberties during wartime and honors the resilience of those who were incarcerated.

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