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David McKee "'Elmer the Patchwork Elephant' Picture Book Exhibition"
Himeji City Museum of Literature
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David McKee
The story of the patchwork elephant,` the jolly, mischievous Elmer is a classic work by British picture book author David McKee, first published in 1968. It has been translated into more than 60 languages and is loved around the world. David's message of accepting oneself, sharing joy with others, and that every day is a "special day” continues to inspire.
This exhibition features approximately 170 illustrations from the "Elmer" series of picture books, including some that have not yet been published in Japan. The exhibition also introduces "Sekai no ichiban tsuyoi kuni" (The Best Country in the World), which became a hot topic due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
[Events]
1. Opening Commemorative Lecture "David McKee: His Works and His Character"
Date: Saturday, June 24, 13:30-15:00 (doors open at 13:00)
Lecturer: Satoshi Kitaro (picture book author and illustrator)
Venue: Himeji Museum of Literature Auditorium (3F, North Bldg.)
2. Colorful Everyday! In-home Song Concert
Date: Saturday, July 22, 13:30-14:30 (doors open at 13:00)
Performed by: Kujirara (Song: Hikaru Yamaguchi, Violin: Kanade Kuroda, Marimba: Mikio Kondo)
Venue: Himeji Museum of Literature Auditorium (3F, North Bldg.)
3. Ehon no Jikan - Elephant Storytime
Date: July 15 (Sat), August 19 (Sat), 13:30-14:00 (doors open at 13:00)
Performed by: Volunteers of the Himeji Museum of Literature Friends Association
Venue: Himeji Museum of Literature Auditorium (3F, North Building)
For more information on the event and how to register, please visit the official website.
This exhibition features approximately 170 illustrations from the "Elmer" series of picture books, including some that have not yet been published in Japan. The exhibition also introduces "Sekai no ichiban tsuyoi kuni" (The Best Country in the World), which became a hot topic due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
[Events]
1. Opening Commemorative Lecture "David McKee: His Works and His Character"
Date: Saturday, June 24, 13:30-15:00 (doors open at 13:00)
Lecturer: Satoshi Kitaro (picture book author and illustrator)
Venue: Himeji Museum of Literature Auditorium (3F, North Bldg.)
2. Colorful Everyday! In-home Song Concert
Date: Saturday, July 22, 13:30-14:30 (doors open at 13:00)
Performed by: Kujirara (Song: Hikaru Yamaguchi, Violin: Kanade Kuroda, Marimba: Mikio Kondo)
Venue: Himeji Museum of Literature Auditorium (3F, North Bldg.)
3. Ehon no Jikan - Elephant Storytime
Date: July 15 (Sat), August 19 (Sat), 13:30-14:00 (doors open at 13:00)
Performed by: Volunteers of the Himeji Museum of Literature Friends Association
Venue: Himeji Museum of Literature Auditorium (3F, North Building)
For more information on the event and how to register, please visit the official website.
Schedule | Jun 24 (Sat) 2023-Sep 3 (Sun) 2023 Opening Hours Information
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| Fee | Adults ¥700, University and High School Students ¥400, Junior High and Elementary School Students ¥200, Infants free. | ||||
| Website | http://www.himejibungakukan.jp/events/event/elmer2023/ | ||||
| Venue | Himeji City Museum of Literature http://www.himejibungakukan.jp/en/ | ||||
| Location | 84 Yamanoi-cho, Himeji-shi, Hyogo 670-0021 | ||||
| Access | From the North exit of Himeji Station on the JR Kishin, Bantan and Sanyo Main lines, take the Shinki bus and get off at Ichinohashi Bungakukan-mae. The venue is 4 minute walk from there. | ||||
| Phone | 079-293-8228 | ||||
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