Learn About Identity From These 7 Artists at the Next Virtual PechaKucha
The Hawai‘i State Art Museum’s presentations will take place on Instagram in October.
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Participate in Virtual Art Workshops or Watch Musical Performances with HiSAM From Home
The Hawai‘i State Art Museum’s socially distant programming continues with weekly lessons and twice-monthly pau hana concerts.
From ‘Iolani Palace to Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park to Honolulu’s Street Art: Take a Virtual Tour Around the Islands
This summer, plan a trip to some of our state’s cultural, historical and natural treasures from the comfort of your quarantine cave.
Q&A with the Curators of Hawai‘i State Art Museum’s Latest Exhibit
Native Hawaiian artists Drew Broderick, Kapulani Landgraf and Ka‘ili Chun tell us about “Mai ho‘ohuli i ka lima i luna.”
The Hawai‘i State Art Museum Is Reopening Monday, July 13. Here’s What You Need to Know
A new exhibition will welcome visitors, though the museum shop remains closed for now.
Check Out Hawai‘i Artists in Their Home Studios in This New Quarantine-Inspired Series
“Homes+Homeys” by Mori Hawai‘i explores what local creatives are doing while sheltering in place.
Things to Do at Home: Take a Trip From Your Laptop
Gaze at the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel without looking up, walk into a prehistoric cave or admire the aurora borealis without leaving your couch.
How the Hawai‘i State Art Museum and its Partners are Navigating the New Normal
Public programs coordinator Aly Ishikuni-Sasaki, who also owns Mori by Art + Flea, tells us how she keeps the museum and shop engaged and available to everyone during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Discover Art Large and Small Through the Hawai‘i State Art Museum’s Social Media
Local artists will be featured daily on Instagram and Facebook. Plus, check out a new exhibition, virtually.
See Sugarhigh Lovestoned’s David Bowie-Inspired Collection at First Friday in March
The Maui-based brand has been spotted on Sheryl Crow, Halsey, Vanessa Hudgens and other celebs.
Spend Valentine’s Night at the Hawai‘i State Art Museum: Connecting Hearts with Art
Need a date idea for Valentine’s Day? HiSAM has you covered.
See Andrew Imamura’s Intricate Paper Art at the “Winter Swell” Surf Exhibition
We sat down with the kiri-e artist for a Q&A about his process, style and why his surfers are missing half their bodies.
Shop for Jewelry, Paintings and Tiny Pottery From Art Power Couple Heather and Jon Almeda at First Friday
Their pop-up at the Hawai‘i State Art Museum on Dec. 6 will also feature a live demo of Jon Almeda creating mini ceramics.
ICYMI: A Fresh Matt Bruening Collection and Three New Local Labels You’ll Love from the Mixtisque Runway Show
Get a first look at all the Island-chic fashions.
Laha‘ole Designs Debuts New Apparel Line at Chinatown’s First Friday
The jewelry company is expanding with new looks that you can see (and buy!) at a fashion show on November 1.
See Artists Present Supernatural Images at October’s PechaKucha Honolulu
The presentation event takes place at the Hawai‘i State Art Museum on October 30.
HiSAM’s Sculpture Garden Reopened With a New Fanciful Sculpture by May Izumi
Say hello to Mr. Chickenpants.
Sheinfeld Rodriguez Creates Intricate Jewelry with 3D Technology
The rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces from this Big Island duo look otherworldly.
Lauren Trangmar’s New Illustration Series Breaks Down the Anatomy of Local Favorites
Scientific illustrations of musubi, slippers and more make for fun posters.
3 Reasons to Check Out Emily McIlroy’s Art Exhibition at First Hawaiian Center
“The Lilies How They Grow” runs through June 14.
The Super Awesome Art Squad Is Back at Hawai‘i State Art Museum This First Friday
The art collective debuts “Birthday Party” at the HiSAM Museum Gallery Shop x Mori by Art+Flea on June 7. It runs through July 27.
Check Out Artist Gaye Chan’s Hand-Woven Plastic Baskets at Hawai‘i State Art Museum
The baskets, made from plastic bale straps, are available at the HiSAM Museum Gallery Shop.
Your Ultimate Guide to the 2019 Honolulu Biennial’s Immersive Art Event
Get ready to walk through interactive, botanical and LED art installations all over town. The Honolulu Biennial is back.
