Nebraska Public Media has created a special “Nebraska Stories” episode, “Rescuing Japanese Hall.” This program follows the grassroots efforts of Nebraskans of Japanese heritage to save the historic Scottsbluff hall, culminating in its relocation to the Legacy of the Plains Museum. It also explores the enduring influence of Fr. Hiram Kano, a Japanese immigrant whose dedicated service to Nebraska still resonates today.
The broadcast premiere of “Nebraska Stories: Rescuing Japanese Hall” is Thursday, May 15 at 8pm CT / 7pm MT on Nebraska Public Media or stream on-demand on PBS.org or the PBS app.
Subsequent broadcasts will take place:
- Friday, May 16, 07:30 pm on NE-PBS
- Sunday, May 18, 01:30 pm on NE-PBS
- Friday, May 30, 07:30 pm on NE-PBS