and starting the process for a national museum that celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander history.

Jill Tokuda (wearing lei) with Maui High School students.for her outstanding achievements as the first woman of color elected to the U.

who was able to join us virtually.Some no-table attendees were Rep.In the background is a photo of Rep.

Capitol Building prominently features the south wing.legislation which opened new opportunities to women in education and school sports.

Patsy Takemoto Mink when she served in Congress from 1990 to 2002.

The lei she wears represents her home state of Hawaii.Kenny Itagaki and Gary Asamura started the group over 40 years ago with Helen Ota.

The silent auction will feature creations by local artists Robert Tamura.plus plant basket arrangement and gift card donated by Sunflower Farms in Gardena.

Jaimee Itagaki and Trace FukuharaFor more information on the museum.