Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial

The Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial, located at the historic Eagledale ferry dock, serves to honor and commemorate the 276 Japanese American residents of Bainbridge Island who were forcibly removed during World War II. Administered by the Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial Association, the site aims to educate future generations about the injustices faced and to promote the understanding of civil and constitutional rights.

The memorial features a 276-foot long Memorial Wall displaying the names and ages of those exiled, along with terracotta friezes that narrate their unique American story. With a mission encapsulated in the motto "Nidoto Nai Yoni" or "Let It Not Happen Again," the memorial emphasizes the importance of vigilance against racism and the protection of all individuals' rights.

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