Do you know of an outstanding preservation project completed within the past two years? Nominate it for Historic Hawaii Foundation’s Preservation Honor Awards! Nominations are due by February 7, 2020. The 46th Annual Preservation Honor Awards Ceremony will be held in Honolulu on May15, 2020.
Address 2727 Kolonahe Place, Honolulu, HI 96813 TMK (1) 2-5-023:044 SHPD Historic Site Number 50-80-14-09104 Abstract The Cyrus and Amy Loo Residence is approved for Criterion C (Architecture and Engineering). It is a good example of Honolulu architect Vladimir Ossipoff's residential work of the early 1950s. Rendered in a modern style the house is typical of Ossipoff's work with its fine attention to detail, the use of Asian Elements, and efficient maximization of space. Nestled into its site, overlooking the Makiki Forest Reserve, the house not only maximizes the outward views of distant Diamond Head and the city, but also the immediate ambiance of the surrounding wilderness, with large windows in the bedrooms looking out on the pristine jungle settling. This list of Hawaii’s historic properties is provided as a public service by Historic Hawaii Foundation. It is not the official list of properties designated on the Hawaii State Register of Historic Places. For official designations and determinations of eligibility, contact the State Historic Preservation Division of the Department of Land and Natural Resources of the State of Hawaii at 808-692-8015.
Mahalo to Lighthouse Hawai‘i Magazine for sharing Hawai‘i’s historical places with their readership in the May, 2017 issue. The magazine caters to people of Japanese origin living in Hawai‘i and is distributed throughout Honolulu. The article notes that since Captain Cook came to the islands in 1778, people from different parts of the world came and settled here with Japanese immigrating here about 150 years ago. Since then, many historic events have unfolded and some historic buildings from those past events remain today. The movement to preserve historic buildings began in the 1970’s (footnote–Historic Hawaii Foundation was founded in 1974). This article introduces a small selection of them. The article points out the most of the historical places noted are private properties and if readers are interested in visiting them proper etiquette should be observed: As these are not places open to tourists, pamphlets, guides and other information are unavailable. Please do not attempt to contact the places that do not provide contact information for the public. Please view the places from the exterior and do not attempt to enter them. Do not climb on walls or do something that may damage a property. Do not take anything from a site, not even a rock or pebble. Be quiet and do not cause disturbances. Littering, smoking or graffiti are prohibited. Click here to read the full digital edition. Download Hawai‘i’s Top Ten Historical Spots (in Japanese) (PDF)
Address 1839 Lusitania Street Street, Honolulu, HI 96813 TMK (1) 2-2-007:078 SHPD Historic Site Number 50-80-14-07747 Historic Designations: Hawai‘i Register of Historic Places Abstract The Frank J. Souza Residence is approved for Criterion C (Architecture and Engineering), as a good example of a craftsman/bungalow style house built in Honolulu in the 1910s-1920s. Its prominent porch with its front facing gable roof, battered columns, and figure four brackets, as well as the use of local lava rock are all typical of the style, and readily convey the style to the passerby. Similarly its roof’s open, overhanging eaves with exposed rafter tails is a common bungalow feature in Hawaii, providing the house with a lower profile. The house’s single wall method of construction is typical of the period in Hawaii. The precise year when the Souza residence was built is unknown, but the prominence of the gable roofed porch as a strong design element argues for the 1920s.
November 11, 2019 Aloha, Just in time for Veteran’s Day, the City and County of Honolulu has issued the final Environmental Impact Statement for the rehabilitation of the historic War Memorial Natatorium. The City’s proposed action is to retain the physical structure of the memorial with a new sea wall and perimeter deck, while maintaining the historic integrity of this iconic structure that has been part of Waikīkī for over 90 years. The Waikīkī War Memorial Natatorium opened in 1927 as a “living memorial” to those who served in World War I from Hawai‘i. The structure is significant for its long history as a swimming venue and its association with legendary watermen Duke Kahanamoku, Buster Crabbe and Jonny Weismuller. It is listed on the National and Hawai‘i State Registers of Historic Places for both its historic and architectural significance. It has been closed to the public since 1979. Historic Hawai‘i Foundation strongly supports the Proposed Action, called the “Perimeter Deck” alternative. The plan addresses the need to improve safety, restore public access, limit environmental effects, honor the legacy of veterans and the history of World War One, and comply with historic preservation standards. The alternative addressed concerns for functionality, water quality and cost. On this anniversary of the end of World War One, our community has the opportunity once again to honor those who served by committing to restoring this living memorial. We thank all who have persevered and acted with integrity, honor and dignity throughout this 40-year preservation endeavor. With warm aloha, Kiersten Faulkner Executive Director Historic Hawaii Foundation "Places preserve our memory — not only our individual personal memories, but more broadly our national, historic, and cultural memory. The memories preserved here — [...]
Address 2621 Anuenue Street, Honolulu, HI 96822 TMK (1) 2-9-014:070 SHPD Historic Site Number 50-80-14-00743 Historic Designations: Hawai‘i Register of Historic Places Abstract The Mrs. Helen Bruns Residence is significant on the local level under criterion C, as a good example of a colonial revival style house built in Honolulu during the 1920s. It is also significant at the local level under criterion B for its associations with Mrs. Bruns, who was a public school teacher in Honolulu for forty two years. The colonial revival style was a popular domestic architectural form in Hawaii from the late 1890s through the 1930s. The Mrs. Bruns residence well reflects an Island adaptation of the style to a single story residence. Its Doric columns, porte cochere, and 9 x 1 double hung windows typify the style, and its hip roof is a common feature of the style when applied to a cottage. The asymmetric façade with its wrap-around porch and advancing box bay also reflect the informality of the style in Hawaii. The residence was constructed in 1922.
On December 6th, Historic Hawai‘i Foundation and more than 80 people rang in the season with a Holiday Open House at the gorgeous Mulvehill Residence in lush Nu‘uanu. It was a beautiful evening filled with laughter and joy. Our incredible hosts welcomed us into their stunning and comforting home with open arms. Volunteer docents shared the architectural history of the Mulvehill home and its and rehabilitation; Nu‘uanu history including Native Hawaiian stories of place and archaeology; the Battle of Nu‘uanu and the ‘Auwai system, and the development of the 20th century subdivision known as the Dowsett Tract. Facts and myths related to the Hawaii State Register of Historic Places was also presented. The home provided a beautiful setting for guests to mingle, converse, enjoy delicious food and drinks, and be merry! It was a magical, memorable evening. Enjoy a photo gallery of the event below. Click on each thumbnail to view in full size. Join us for a joyous Holiday Open House event among the magical, twinkling lights of the historic “Mulvehill Residence” in Nu‘uanu. Built in 1924, this classic home exudes a warm and romantic presence. Docents will share architectural and historical information about the home and its rehabilitation, grounds and surrounding neighborhood, and stories unique to the Mulvehill history over the decades. This special experience will surely leave you enchanted! Heavy pūpū, champagne, and wine will be served. Take a sneak peak of this enchanting fairy-tale home "9 Greatest Honolulu Homes" "Serenity now" [...]
Address Weli Weli Bay Lot 13, Puuanahulu, HI 96740 TMK (3) 7-1-003:009 SHPD Historic Site Number 50-10-10-031087 Abstract Approved for Criterion B (Important Person) and Criterion C (Architecture and Engineering). The Ronald Kamehameha o ka hae Hawaii von Holt residence is a 2.7-acre oceanfront property on the West coast of the Big Island. Ronald was a prominent cattle rancher running the Kahua Ranch in Waimea from 1928 until his death in 1953. The property consists of mostly lava rock and some beach rock along the shore. The property was purchased in 1936 and most of the improvements were completed by 1938. The residence has been in continuous use as a family beach cottage and has been in the same family since 1936. It was designed by architects Albert Ely Ives (1898 - 1966), and George Hogan (1914 - 2009) who was born and raised in Honolulu. There are seven contributing buildings: the main house, the sleeping house, two water storage tanks, a lauhala hale, and two outhouses. This list of Hawaii’s historic properties is provided as a public service by Historic Hawaii Foundation. It is not the official list of properties designated on the Hawaii State Register of Historic Places. For official designations and determinations of eligibility, contact the State Historic Preservation Division of the Department of Land and Natural Resources of the State of Hawaii at 808-692-8015.
Address 2828 Kahawai Street, Honolulu, HI 96822 TMK (1) 2-9-020:095 SHPD Historic Site Number 50-80-14-08829 Historic Designations: Hawai‘i Register of Historic Places Abstract Approved for Criterion C (Architecture and Engineering). The Dr. Robert and Delia Wayson Residence is a good example of a Colonial Revival style house built in Honolulu prior to the 1920s. Colonial Revival drew strongly upon Georgian architecture of Great Britain, but did not generally produce exact replicas of early buildings. In Hawaii the style frequently assumed a more informal character, and adaptations were made to address the temperate climate of Hawaii. With its Doric columns, imposing porte cochere, balanced composition, end gable fanlight, multi-paned double hung sash windows, shiplap siding, closed overhanging eaves, and meticulously appointed interior with paneled wainscots and classically framed window and door openings, the Wayson residence well reflects the Colonial Revival style.
It is September, which means it is Give Aloha month! From September 1-30, you can donate up to $249 to participating Hawai‘i non-profit organizations at checkout. Foodland and the Western Union Foundation will match a portion of each donation made with a Maika‘i card. How to Donate: Shop at any Foodland, Foodland Farms, or Sack N Save Show your Maika‘i card to the cashier at checkout Tell the cashier Historic Hawai‘i Foundation's code 77064 and the amount of your donation Review your receipt to confirm the following appears: Historic Hawai‘i Foundation Your donation amount Your Maika‘i number Thank you for your continued support of HHF!!!
