5 Ways to Celebrate King Kamehameha Day This Year
Kamehameha Day is on Sunday, June 11, 2023, with festivities happening across O‘ahu. Here’s how you can participate.
Arts & Culture
5 LGBTQIA+ Books to Celebrate Pride Month
With June being National Pride Month, here are our novel and poetry picks from LGBTQIA+ authors about gender-diverse experiences.
New Kumu Hula Edith Kanaka‘ole Quarter Celebrates Hawaiian Culture
Learn more about the Hawaiian icon on Friday, June 9, at a special Bishop Museum after-hours event.
Megan Kamalei Kakimoto’s Debut Book Has the Literary World Buzzing
Her story collection, written outside of working hours at a demanding downtown job, is drawing raves—and feels like a reset for Hawai‘i literature.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in June 2023
Admire a colorful array of flora, dance in the streets at Honolulu’s largest Obon and enjoy the songs of a beloved Broadway musical.
9 Instagram Accounts to Follow to Learn More About Hawaiian Culture
Get a deeper understanding of Hawai‘i history, language and culture in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
What a $44 Million Renovation Will Do for Honolulu’s Blaisdell Center
The Blaisdell Center is closing for renovations—find out what improvements are being made to the concert and exhibition halls, arena and facilities.
Join Artist-Led, Family-Friendly Workshops at HiSAM’s Super Saturday
It’s all about creating art inspired by art during a fun-packed day for keiki and ‘ohana at the Hawai‘i State Art Museum on Saturday, May 20, 2023.
Explore Local Works at Leeward Community College’s New Art Gallery
Hō‘ikeākea Gallery’s first exhibition runs until Aug. 25, 2023, and includes Artists’ Discussions in July and August.
Reserve Your Lantern for the Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawai‘i Ceremony
The new online reservation system for the Memorial Day tradition launches Monday, May 15.
The Liljestrand House: Honolulu’s Midcentury Architectural Gem
Tour the elegant home up on Tantalus designed by prominent architect Vladimir Ossipoff, and don‘t miss design talk story pau hana events.
What You Need to Check Out at Hawai‘i State Libraries
Celebrate National Library Week, support Hawai‘i state libraries, and learn about their unique offerings beyond books.
Hawaiian Artistry Takes Center Stage in Compelling New Exhibit
Get an artists’-eye view of Native Hawaiian arts and culture at Bishop Museum’s newest exhibit, on display through October 29, 2023.
5 Springtime Reads to Honor Nature and Poetry
Celebrate Earth Day, National Poetry Month and Native Hawaiian Plant Month this April with these handpicked titles from the team at da Shop in Kaimukī.
See Student Artists Shine at the Hawai‘i State Art Museum
The 60th Annual Hawai‘i State Scholastic Art Awards Exhibition is now open, featuring the work of 250 award-winning student artists.
9 Things You Didn’t Know About Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole
Say Happy Birthday to a prince who could pass laws and throw punches.
Must See: “ʻAi Pōhaku, Stone Eaters” Native Hawaiian Art Exhibit
Explore contemporary works from nearly 40 Native Hawaiian artists at the University of Hawai‘i.
Meet Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra’s First Composer in Residence
Michael-Thomas Foumai, whose music is lauded on the global stage as “vibrant and cinematic," is the first person to hold this post.
High-Resolution Evolution: From Pow! Wow! to World Wide Walls
Big moves coming this year for Hawai’i’s beloved and larger-than-life mural and street art festival founded by Jasper Wong.
5 Notable Women Writers and Changemakers
March is Women‘s History Month. We rounded up some intriguing books by and about women from Hawai‘i.
Accessions Exhibit Opens at the Hawai’i State Art Museum
HiSAM invites you to view the most recent additions to the "Art in Public Places" collection.
Hello Dolly! Celebrating Japanese Girls’ Day Traditions
Girls’ Day is a traditional festival that celebrates women and girls throughout Japan each year with the gifting of dolls.
All Things Filipinx: 5 Great Reads for February
Explore and celebrate Hawai‘i’s vibrant Filipinx community with these five titles.
Brandy Nālani McDougall Debuts as the New Hawai‘i State Poet Laureate at Hawai’i State Art Museum
Get inspired by this award-winning poet through readings and workshops at HiSAM
