Talk Story Saturdays: Lāʻau Kamaʻāina

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 Hawaiian Historical Society’s Reading Room, Library & Archives.

April's theme, Lāʻau Kamaʻāina (native plants) will explore our historical material from broadsides of limu to colorful botanical illustrations. On display will be Isbella Sinclair's Indigenous Flowers of the Hawaiian Islands, a rare publication of watercolors of 'Ōhi'a Lehua, ʻĀkala, and 42 other indigenous plants. Join us as we celebrate April as Native Hawaiian Plant Month!

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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