Arts & Culture
What to Read This May: 5 Hawai‘i Book Picks Recommended by Local Experts
It’s Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! We reached out to our friends at Da Shop: Books + Curiosities to ask their community of writers and readers for their picks of what to read this month. Here are their selections, honoring AAPI voices.
We’re Bringing “Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” to Honolulu
Register now for first access to tickets before they go on sale to the general public.
Q&A: 6 Questions with Hawai‘i State Art Museum’s Katharena Rentumis
HiSAM’s exhibit specialist talks about being a steward for the arts, new mixed media works and her special connection with Yayoi Kusama.
What to Read This April: 5 Hawai‘i Poetry Book Picks Recommended by Local Experts
Happy National Poetry Month! We reached out to our friends at Da Shop: Books + Curiosities to ask their community of writers and readers for their poetry picks.
See Powerful, Award-Winning Student Artwork in the Hawai‘i State Art Museum’s Latest Exhibit
This year’s Hawai‘i Regional Scholastic Art Awards exhibit is “one of the most crucial exhibitions in HiSAM’s history.”
7 Must-Read Hawai‘i Poets
With World Poetry Day on March 21, and with National Poetry Month in April, what better way to celebrate poetry than to read (and watch and listen to) some of Hawai‘i’s incredible poets?
What to Listen to in March: 4 Album and Song Picks from Local DJs
Refresh your emotional soundtrack with an upbeat breakup album, the timeless tunes of Quincy Jones and haunting melodies from a 16-year-old songstress.
What to Read This March: 5 Hawai‘i Book Picks Recommended by Local Experts
Happy Read Across America Day! We reached out to our friends at Da Shop to ask their community of writers and readers for their picks.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: One Warrior’s Journey to Save the Hawaiian Language
Here’s a look back at a story that ran in the magazine in February 1996.
Q&A: 7 Questions with Mark Kadota
Learn more about the Hawai‘i artist and his latest performance for the Hawai‘i State Art Museum.
Longtime Honolulu Airport Lei Seller Stacy Farias Keeps Her Family’s Tradition Going
Since the 1940s, Sophia’s has offered fresh blooms daily.
What to Read This February: 5 Hawai‘i Book Picks Recommended by Local Experts
We reached out to our friends at Da Shop: Books + Curiosities to ask their community of writers and readers for their picks this month.
A Hawai‘i Puzzle Company Is Helping Families De-Stress During Pandemic Times
Where else can you get a Kim Sielbeck puzzle?
Hawai‘i State Art Museum Launches a New Video Series in Partnership with Uniqlo Hawai‘i
The short programs spotlight local artists and their love for HiSAM.
What to Read This January: 5 Hawai‘i Book Picks Recommended by Local Experts
We reached out to Da Shop: Books + Curiosities for recommendations: a history of volcanoes, a murder mystery, a collection of contemporary art and more.
Chamber Music Hawai‘i’s Barett Hoover Shares His 5 Picks for Winter
We spoke with Barett Hoover, general manager of Chamber Music Hawai‘i, about what he is reading, watching and doing this month.
7 Questions with Teig Grennan, Hawai‘i State Art Museum’s Senior Exhibit Specialist
The artist talks about his own work, the art community and finding balance in 2020.
Shangri La’s Konrad Ng Shares His 7 Picks for Winter
We asked people around town what they’re streaming, reading, watching and doing to give us new ideas for filling our extra “me time.”
What to Read This December: 5 Hawai‘i Book Picks Recommended by Local Experts
We reached out to our friends at Da Shop: Books + Curiosities to ask their community of writers and readers for their picks.
See New Artworks Added to “Mai hoʻohuli i ka lima i luna” at HiSAM
The exhibition has expanded into the Hawai‘i State Art Museum’s former café and gift shop spaces.
Tavana’s Newest Release, “Sway,” Showcases Collaboration in a Time When We Crave It Most
The artist talks about why you may hear running in the background of his songs, how a weekend festival inspired his first slack-key song and why he wants to play in your backyard.
Three Uplifting New Hawaiʻi Albums We’re Downloading Now
While we were staying home, local musicians tapped into their own creativity. We are grateful.
What to Listen to This November: 5 Album and Song Picks from Local DJs
Your playlist is so played out. So we asked a few local music experts to help you hit refresh.
