Talk Story Saturdays: Hawaiʻi Ma Kahaone

“We name the places that we want to go back to”--John Clark

John Clark, a well-known community researcher, scholar, and author has spent his life documenting Hawaiʻi’s surf spots and shorelines. In 2016 he bequeathed to HHS a collection of images and publications notes from 1974 to 1989. This valuable material is associated with his first four publications, Beaches of: the Big Island; Kauaʻi and Niʻihau; Maui; and Oʻahu.

August’s theme, Hawaiʻi Ma Kahaone (Beaches of Hawaiʻi), will explore the Beaches of Hawaiʻi Photograph Collection from John Clark. We will feature a few historic beaches and shorelines and how this collection overall supports larger historical narratives. We will also discuss this year-long preservation project and how our communities can access these valuable resources. Join us as we journey through each island to learn about places that are significant to us, our communities, and history. 

Hawaiʻi Ma Kahaone (Beaches of Hawaiʻi) is HHS' year-long preservation project from 2024-2025 supported by the Hawai‘i Council for the Humanities, through support from the National Endowment for the Humanities. 

Talk Story Saturdays encourages our communities to learn, share, and engage with each other about Hawaiian History. Dive deep into the Hawaiian Historical Society’s (HHS) stacks with the staff for a special insiders’ look into the rare and unique books and archival material not normally on public view. The hour-long tour will include: an introduction to the Hawaiian Historical Society, a curated exhibit, a chance to interact with historical material as well as an opportunity to learn how to research and access HHS’ resources. Guests are encouraged to ask questions and stay for reference hours to conduct their own research. Tours are conducted in the Hawaiian Historical Society’s Reading Room, Library & Archives.

Parking is available on Kawaiaha‘o St or Mission Lane and is street metered parking. The meter accepts coins, most major credit cards, and via the Park Smarter App. https://www8.honolulu.gov/dts/meters/

Visit https://www.hawaiianhistory.org to read more including the Tour Guidelines & Policies or to become a member or donate.

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