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4000 Morikami Park Road
Delray Beach,FL33446United States
561-495-0233 morikami.org

November 2020

Discussion & Book-Signing: The Yamato Colony: A Japanese Settlement in Florida

November 6, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
67557, 4000 Morikami Park Road
Delray Beach,FL33446United States
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$7 – $10
The Yamato Colony

Author Tom Gregersen will share anecdotes about the pioneering Yamato Colony of Japanese settlers that existed in Palm Beach County early in the twentieth century. Topics covered include the founding of the colony by Jo Sakai, the lives of George Morikami and other settlers, the meaning of the name “Yamato,” the colony’s location, and the settlers’ experiences during World War II. Book signing will follow the lecture. Mr. Gregersen earned an M. A. degree in Japanese studies from the University…

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