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FAQ: Amy Hofland Named 2026 Bridges-to-Friendship Award Winner by Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth
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Amy Hofland's award recognition enhances her professional prestige and the Crow Museum's visibility, offering networking advantages at the 2026 Legacy Awards Gala.
The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth will present the Bridges-to-Friendship Award to Amy Hofland at their gala on April 15, 2026, honoring her cultural leadership.
This award celebrates efforts that strengthen U.S.-Japan cultural understanding and community connections, making the world more compassionate and interconnected through shared artistic traditions.
The award ceremony follows a lively Mochitsuki event where 2,000 attendees enjoyed traditional Japanese mochi pounding and performances, showcasing vibrant cultural exchange.
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The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth (JASDFW) has announced Amy Hofland, Director of the Crow Museum of Asian Art at The University of Texas at Dallas, as the 2026 Bridges-to-Friendship Award winner.
Amy Hofland is the Director of the Crow Museum of Asian Art, the preeminent museum in the southern United States dedicated to Asian art and cultures. She was selected for her distinguished career in Asian art, education, and cultural exchange, which embodies the award's spirit of strengthening cultural understanding and fostering connections between Japan, the United States, and the global community.
The Bridges-to-Friendship Award recognizes individuals whose leadership and lifelong commitment have strengthened cultural understanding and fostered enduring connections between Japan, the United States, and the broader global community.
The award will be presented during the 28th Annual Sun & Star Legacy Awards Gala on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, in the Grand Ballroom at the Irving Convention Center (500 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, TX 75039).
Under her guidance, the Crow Museum of Asian Art and the University of Texas at Dallas Center for Asian Studies collaborated with JASDFW to host the 2026 Mochitsuki Japanese New Year celebration on January 11, which welcomed approximately 2,000 attendees for traditional performances, cultural demonstrations, and mochi sampling.
Governor Greg Abbott is the Special Guest of Honor and Sun & Star Legacy Award Recipient, recognized for his leadership and support of international business and cultural partnerships.
The gala brings together civic, business, and cultural leaders for an evening celebrating friendship, innovation, and leadership between Japan and Texas, while also supporting JASDFW's educational programs, professional exchanges, and cultural initiatives.
JASDFW invites corporations, organizations, and community leaders to participate as sponsors of the 2026 Gala, with sponsorship support directly advancing their programs that deepen understanding and cooperation between Japan and the United States. More details are available at https://jasdfw2026gala.org/.
Her work has left a lasting impact on the Dallas Arts District and the broader international cultural landscape through her emphasis on accessibility, compassion, and community connection, aligning with JASDFW's mission to strengthen U.S.-Japan relations.
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