Historic Properties

Address 211 Haili Street, Hilo, Hawaii 96720 TMK (3) 2-3-012:009 SHPD Historic Site Number 10-35-7417 National Register of Historic Places #02000387 Abstract The Waiakea Mission Station, better known as the Haili Congregational Church, is a wood frame building of double-wall construction measuring 50 x 75 feet with a simple corrugated metal gable roof and a square central tower at the north end of the building. The building is constructed in a simplified interpretation of the Greek Revival style. The Haili church is significant as an intact example of an early missionary church in Hawaii. In terms of architecture, the building is comparable to contemporary New England churches and meeting houses. 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 12-4815 Pahoa Kalapana Road, Kaimu, Hawaii 96778 TMK (3) 1-2-006:081 SHPD Historic Site Number 10-63-7380 National Register of Historic Places #97000407 Abstract The Star of the Sea Painted Church at Kalapana is a simple, rectangular building approximately 22 feet by 36 feet, clapboard sided with a steep corrugated metal gable roof, a small gable extension to the rear of the church, and a square tower to the right side capped by a hipped roof. The Star of the Sea Painted Church is significant for the folk art paintings, which tell the story of the Bible. It is one of only two surviving painted churches of Father Evarist Gielen. The architecture is typical of Catholic mission churches throughout the state, but it is the relationship of the paintings to the building that enhance the architecture. 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 Kealakekua, Hawaii 96750 TMK (3) 8-1-004:050 SHPD Historic Site Number 10-37-7243 National Register of Historic Places #78001017 Abstract The Greenwell Store is a rectangular plan about 25 feet by 55 feet with a basement, first floor and attic. It is located on a steep cross-slope lot with a main entrance verandah across the end facing the highway below. The Greenwell Store is significant for both its architecture and for its social/humanitarian history. 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 318 Kamehameha Avenue, Hilo, Hawaii 96720 TMK (3) 2-3-008:016 SHPD Historic Site Number 10-35-7420 National Register of Historic Places #91001087 Abstract The S. Hata Building is a two-story, commercial building of reinforced concrete construction. The facade slightly curves at both ends to define the original contour of the road and is composed of five bays. Pilasters with inverted chevron capitals demarcate the bays, and with the exception of those flanking the centered entry, extend two stories in height. The first floor is devoted to retail use and the second story contains offices. The S. Hata Building is architecturally significant as a good example of an early twentieth century commercial structure in Hilo. In addition, it is significant for its associations with the development of downtown Hilo and the Hata Store which was owned by Sadanouke Hata. Mr. Hata has been recognized as Hilo's oldest and foremost Japanese merchant. 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.