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X-Men Writer Scott Lobdell to Be Celebrated at the Martial Arts History Museum
Scott Lobdell Glendale, CA — The Martial Arts History Museum proudly announces that Friday, March 20, 2026 will officially be celebrated as “Scott Lobdell Day,” honoring the influential career of legendary comic book writer Scott Lobdell; A Tribute to...
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Asian Artistry
The Martial Arts History Museum is not just about the martial arts, it is an Asian Art Museum in California. From the designs of the samurai, the uniqueness of Thailand murals, the beauty of Korean culture to the weapon artistry of the Philippines. It is a place that celebrates Asian-American artistry.
Museums in Los Angeles
Burbank, the San Fernando Valley and more, we are all part of the great Los Angeles community. The Martial Arts History Museum brings new life to the museum community. Yes, we have art museums, music museums, grammy museums and museums that are so tall you can’t even see the sky. But now, comes the world’s first Martial Arts History Museum.
Museums in Los Angeles
The Martial Arts History Museum is about history. Featuring diverse cultures, it is a new ethnic museum in California. It reveals how Asians overcame racism, prejudice and more to bring martial arts to America. Bong Soo Han struggled for many years as a cab driver before people would accept Hapkido (they thought it was a food).
How the Museum Began
Michael Matsuda is the founder and president of the Martial Arts History Museum. Beginning as a traveling exhibit in 1999, the museum traveled across the nation and opened in Santa Clarita in 2006 and relocated to Burbank in 2010.