Remember When: How to Record Your Family’s History in Hawai‘i
Recording family history can be a fun and fascinating project for keiki and kūpuna. Here are tips for how to start, what to ask and how to turn storytime into history time.
History
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Chic ’50s-Style High-Waist Swimwear is a Beach Staple Once Again
The history of Hawai‘i from our files.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: A Chinatown Grocery, Noodle Factory and Dim Sum Spot Served as Offbeat Backdrops for a Fashion Story in 1965
The history of Hawai‘i from our files.
World War II Warbirds Will Fly Over Oʻahu for an Aerial Parade This Weekend
We have the details, including when and where you can see these vintage planes go by.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Why Did a Honolulu Architecture Firm Work on the Design for a South Pole Research Station in 2000?
“Well, we do eat a lot of shave ice!”
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: The Islands Celebrate 100 Years of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in 1950
The Islands celebrate 100 years of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1950.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Lecturer Fanny W. Krause Travels North America to Teach People About the Hawaiian Islands
In 2015, Japanese people made up a large percentage of Hawai‘i’s population, despite 1907’s informal agreement between the two countries to stop allowing immigration to the U.S. (including Hawai‘i).
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: “Honolulu Never Forgets Memorial Day”
A parade, speeches and performances by the Kamehameha Glee Club and the Kamehameha Girls’ Glee Club were featured at ceremonies held across town in 1915.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: The Success of Maui-Born Sumo Wrestler Jesse Kuhaulua in 1970
Kuhaulua set records for longevity and made his mark as the first non-Japanese wrestler to reach the sumo rank of sekiwake.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Our Interview With Louis Kealoha 9 Years Before He and Katherine Kealoha Are Found Guilty
In 2010, prosecutors find that the pair had been abusing their power nearly from the get-go.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Dan Akaka Became the First Native Hawaiian Elected to the U.S. Senate in 1990
Ahead of the July candidate filing deadline, Dan Boylan reflects on the pivotal U.S. Senate race between Democrat Dan Akaka and Republican Pat Saiki, following the death of Spark Matsunaga.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: The 50th Star on the U.S. Flag Debuts on July 4, 1960
We flip back to 1960 for the debut of our state’s star on the U.S. flag, the same day when new stamps went on sale at the Honolulu post office.
O‘ahu in 1955: 40-Foot Lava Fountains Sent Kapoho Families Fleeing to a Shelter at Pāhoa School
Lacking English, he manages a graphic appeal in sign language. “The food is good. The bed is warm. The shelter is nearer home.”
O‘ahu in 1945: “I Want to Go Back to My Little Grass Shack in Kealakekua, Hawai‘i”
The shack now only exists in photographs.
O‘ahu in 1985: Patsy Mink Was Already in the Political Vanguard When We Interviewed Her in 1985
Before Clinton, Gabbard, Klobuchar and Warren, there was Mink.
O‘ahu in 1995: Nineties Spring Fashion in Hawai‘i
A cherry red convertible sets the tone for 1995’s “Spring Into Color” fashion section.
These 3 Historic Hawai‘i Houses Might Be On Sale Very Soon
Museums, universities and nonprofits used to be a safe haven for historic homes, a way to preserve them for public use. But now, three residences entrusted to local institutions are in danger of being sold.
O‘ahu in 1950: Visitors Could Once Enjoy Staying in Hawai‘i for 10 Dollars a Day
Finding affordable accommodations in the Islands for teachers and out-of-state students isn’t a new problem, it seems.
O‘ahu in 1955: HONOLULU Looks Back at the 6th Narcissus Festival During Chinese New Year
“One of Hawai‘i’s most colorful events.”
O‘ahu in 1930: One of Hawai‘i’s Must-See Buildings Makes Its Debut in Honolulu
In 1930 the four-story building was one of the tallest on the street.
O‘ahu in 2000: University of Hawai‘i Football Coach June Jones is Islander of the Year
He turned down a job with the NFL’s San Diego Chargers to head up a UH team.
My Honolulu: My Year of Writing About 15 Ethnic Festivals in Hawai‘i
Shot put, grass skirts, Korean pancakes and andagi.
HONOLULU Magazine Remembers the Decade That Was: Hawai‘i Through the 2010s
Goodbye 2010s. Hello to the next roaring ’20s!
