Visiting the Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial in Washington State
Through mural type sculptures mounted to the wall, visitors follow the story of a community who's strength and perseverance — both those exiled and their island neighbors — brings awareness of the powerful capacity of human beings and a nation to heal, forgive and care for one another.
NPS Photo/ W Bressler
Paper cranes left by visitors become part of the memorial's purpose to honor the exiled Bainbridge Islanders and their friends and neighbors who stood by them and welcomed them home. The memorial is a place of healing and learning.