Why Your Support Matters
The I Am An American: The Nisei Soldier Experience Traveling Exhibit will honor the Japanese American WWII Soldiers who served in the U.S. Army. The exhibit is the National Museum of the U.S. Army’s first traveling exhibit featuring the storied history of second-generation Japanese Americans, known as “Nisei,” who proved their loyalty to the United States during World War II by enlisting to serve in the U.S. Army.
Nisei Soldiers served in the European Theater as part of the 100th Infantry Battalion, 442nd Regimental Combat Team—one of the most highly decorated units in military history—and in the Pacific Theater as linguists in the U.S. Army’s Military Intelligence Service.
Visitors will witness dozens of firsthand accounts, historical photos and rarely displayed artifacts that present the extraordinary courage and sacrifices of Nisei Soldiers, including those who comprised the most decorated unit in U.S. military history for its size and duration of service.
National Traveling Exhibit
11 Cities
Nationwide Tour
This new traveling exhibit will embark on a five-year journey to 11 cities across the United States starting in 2026. The traveling exhibit is will be hosted in the following states: San Francisco CA, Honolulu HI, Portland OR, Los Angeles CA, Utah, Colorado, Minnesota, Texas, Georgia, Illinois and New York.
Five Years
2026-2031
This exhibit will travel for five years from 2026 - 2031. Each venue will display the exhibit for approximately 6 months.
SHARING STORIES THAT INSPIRE
120 photos
Historical photos from WWII
We provide immediate support to families facing crises, ensuring they have access to food, shelter, and basic necessities.
42 artifacts
Never seen rare artifacts
Lunches provided to students across 4 schools—ensuring kids had the fuel they needed to learn and thrive.
70 stories
First hand account
Nisei soldiers share their wartime experiences through stories and oral histories
Make a Meaningful Gift - and a Lasting Difference
We are grateful to the Nisei Soldier Traveling Exhibit for honoring the legacy and sacrifice of Nisei soldiers, ensuring their stories continue to inspire future generations.
- Family of Henry Kashiwase, 442nd RCT