Reviving Historic Hilo: Film, Art and Preservation event
March 21 Event Highlights Hilo Preservation & Beautification Program Public Mural Project 'Twisted Braid’: Hilo Heritage through the lens of Public Art & Film Have you noticed two gorgeous new murals in downtown Hilo? Come share a celebratory evening highlighting Hilo community, public art and culture and learn about the rich context in which the murals were created and the grant program that helped support them in this community-centric public event. The public is invited to a presentation about Historic Hawai‘i Foundation’s Hilo Preservation & Beautification Program. The event includes a short film premiere of ʻTwisted Braid’ by artist-in-residence and local filmmaker, Ricky-Thomas Serikawa, and a panel discussion with Miya Tsukazaki, mural sponsor and grantee Temple Children, renowned mural artist Yoskay Yamamoto, and cultural partner Keahi Warfield, Ph. D. A reception will follow. Friday, March 21, 2025 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. In person at the Nā Leo TV Auditorium 91 Mohouli Street, Hilo RSVP by Wednesday, March 19 Pūpū by Poke Market and non-alcoholic beverages will be served. The event is free and open to the public. Reservations are required. REGISTER Please consider an offering to help fund programs like this. All proceeds support the programs and mission of Historic Hawai‘i Foundation. Event Sponsors Murals: Top of page: Artist Yoskay Yamamoto in front of his public mural at Agasa Furniture & Music Store. Above: Hilo Plaza Building, Waipio Tailgate by artist David 'Jarus' Loran. The Grant Program The Hilo Preservation & Beautification Program provides grants for the preservation, rehabilitation, restoration and beautification of historically-significant buildings, structures, parks and public facilities located in the downtown area [...]