Hawaiian History
Restoring Moku‘ula, Maui’s Sacred Island
The Maui wildfires catalyzed the people of Lahaina, and across Hawai‘i, to speak out about the urgent need to preserve our culture and history.
Rediscovering Hawai‘i’s Soul: The Journey Begins
From Maunakea to Kapūkakī (Red Hill) to Lahaina, the movement has brought leaders together to find ways forward on our Islands’ most divisive issues.
14 Common Place Names on O‘ahu and What to Call Them Instead
Learning the proper Hawaiian names and the stories behind them is a way to honor the past and its people.
PBS Hawai‘i Presents Nation Within: The Story of America’s Annexation of Hawai‘i
See the revelatory film that tells the true story of Hawai‘i’s annexation and participate in a live discussion on the subject.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: There’s a New Police Chief in Town
We flipped back 40 years to see what life was like back in 1983.
Hawai‘i’s Oldest Restaurants Are Still ‘Ono After All These Years
We revisit a classic about places that are woven into our collective childhoods, where regulars grew up with owners’ families and you can still find old-school comfort foods.
PBS Hawai‘i Classics Bring Back More Shows From the Archives
Pau Hana Years and Spectrum Hawai‘i are now broadcasting on PBS Hawai‘i and streaming on YouTube.
What’s With the Underwhelming Military Response on Maui?
U.S. forces historically have had a commanding presence in the aftermath of natural disasters, but many are wondering, “Why not in Lahaina?”
6 Reasons Why I Loved Chiburu, Lee A. Tonouchi’s New Book About the Hawai‘i-Okinawan Experience
Joyful, hilarious, thoughtful and heartbreaking all at once, the multi-genre collection is a love letter to Okinawan culture.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Fritz Herman and the Kodak Hawai‘i Hula Show
For this issue, we flipped back 65 years to see what the city was buzzing about in July 1958.
Mindy Eun Soo Pennybacker’s “Surfing Sisterhood Hawai‘i” Is a Literary Tidal Wave
A blend of interviews, history, Hawaiian legends and memoir, the book offers insight into women surfers while inspiring a new generation.
Honolulu Celebrates Juneteenth 2023 With More Events
While many offices remain open, Juneteenth is a federal holiday with eclectic community activities focused on the end of U.S. slavery.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Waikīkī, Our Bustling Urban Neighborhood
We flipped back 20 years to see what the city was buzzing about in June 2003.
