Events – Past

  Join Historic Hawai‘i Foundation and National Park Service for a free seminar that will provide training on the tools and techniques available for community members to save historic places. The full day seminars will help the public identify opportunities and rights to participate in historic preservation regulatory processes and share other means and tools for effective advocacy to save and preserve historic properties and cultural sites. Presentation Download Download the full slide deck here. See additional materials for download below. Download Download Reference Materials Historic Hawai‘i Foundation and the National Park Service presented a seminar in August 2017 on “Tools for Saving Places.”  Reference documents and additional resources from the seminar may be downloaded here. Download ATTENDEES WILL LEARN: Definitions and purpose of historic preservation. Definitions and criteria used to identify historic properties. Which major Federal, State and Local laws and ordinances address historic preservation. Opportunities, rights and responsibilities for public participation in the preservation processes. Additional methods, activities and practices to achieve preservation outcomes. Presenters: Kiersten Faulkner, Executive Director, Historic Hawaii Foundation; guest presenters, Elaine  Jackson-Retondo, National Park Service and Stanton Enomoto, Department of the Interior. Dr. Elaine Jackson-Retondo, Pacific West History Program Manager in the National Park Service Pacific West Regional Office, earned her Doctorate in Architectural History and Masters of Architecture from the University of California, Berkeley and her Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana. She has worked in the National Park Service since 2002. Jackson-Retondo’s current and past work has included the National Park Service’s American Latino Heritage Initiative, Asian American Pacific Islander Initiative, Japanese American confinement during [...]

Historic Hawai‘i Foundation and the Chinatown Improvement District are pleased to announce the historic preservation summer series for 2017. The 3-part series provides information about methods, techniques and resources to preserve historic commercial buildings. The seminars provide practical, specific information on maintaining and rehabilitating historic structures, helping them to continue to provide benefits to the owners, the historic district and the greater community. The series also educates policy makers about problems and concerns building owners face and potential solutions. The 2017 series will be held on the second Wednesday of the months of May, June and July from 12 – 1 p.m. at Lyon Associates, 45 No. King Street, 5th Floor. The one-hour classes are free and open to the public. May 10 Session: Qualifies for 1 AIA/CES LU. June 14 Session: Qualifies for 1 AIA/CES (HSW) LU. July 12 Session: Qualifies for 1 AIA/CES (HSW) LU. AIA Honolulu is the registered provider. The third session on Electrical Capacity & Upgrades is pending approval. Download Flier (PDF) Wednesday, MAY 10: Facades & Storefronts: Identifying & Protecting Your Building's Visual Presentation in a Cost Effective Way Presented by: Fung Associates, Inc. and Mason Architects, Inc. This session will provide an overview of historic building facades and fronts with visual examples while identifying what’s important on your building’s façade and why. The presenters will explain character defining features and note why it is important to maintain/restore them. The discussion will also include tips on how to protect/restore unique features in a cost effective way via identifying small, feasible projects and designing and implementing an action plan of step by step small preservation projects. Opportunities for funding support will also be broached. Wednesday, [...]

The 2017 Preservation Honor Awards were presented on May 19, 2017 at the historic YWCA Laniākea in downtown Honolulu.  Over 250 guests joined Historic Hawai‘i Foundation in this celebratory gathering.

Photos from Saturday Sketch - April 1, 2017. Do you love history, architecture and sketching? Join us for this one of a kind afternoon event which includes a special tour of Mission Houses, basic drawing instruction, sketch* time, art share and socializing.  Light refreshments included. *Attendees should bring their own art supplies. Recommended: sketch pad and ink pen and/or travel watercolor kit and something to sit on while sketching (beach towel, stool, beach chair). Date: Saturday, April 1, 2017 Time: 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Place: Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives 553 S. King Street, Honolulu Cost:  $15 Historic Hawai‘i Foundation Member, $20 General Not yet a member? Click here to join. Parking:  https://www.missionhouses.org/visitor-information/getting-here Tickets:  https://hhfsaturdaysketch.eventbrite.com  All levels welcome! Limited to 30 people. Download Flier (PDF) Sketch drawing by Joseph Lynch Photo credit: Joseph Lynch CLICK HERE TO REGISTER This event is sponsored by: Historic Hawaii Foundation & Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives

Announcing the 30th Annual Free Lunchtime Lecture Series featuring "Experts at the Cathedral" Winter 2017, January 26-March 2 The tradition continues! This year's theme is “House Museums and Their Role in Preservation and Education.” The free weekly lunchtime lectures will be held on Thursdays from January 26 – March 2, from 12-1 p.m. at St. Andrew's Cathedral, Von Holt Room, 229 Queen Emma Square, Honolulu This year's sessions include: January 26: Teresa Valencia, Curator, ‘Iolani Palace, “‘Iolani Palace: Challenges and Opportunities in the Care and Interpretation of Historic Homes” February 2:  Dr. Thomas Woods, Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives, “Mission Houses: The Improbable Partnership Between American Protestant Missionaries and Hawaiian Ali‘i” February 9:  Paige Donnelly, Associate Curator of Programs, Shangri La, A Museum of Islamic Art, Culture & Design, “Programming at Shangri La: New Approaches to Curation” February 16: Mahealani Bernal, Docent Coordinator, Daughters of Hawai‘i, “Queen Emma Summer Palace: New Directions in Curation and Interpretation”   Changed to House Museums, Here & Around the World. What are They? What Makes them Unique? Presented by Dr. William Chapman, Director of the Historic Preservation Program, Department of American Studies, University of Hawaii at Manoa. February 23: Robert Liljestrand, Principal and Director, Liljestrand House, “The Liljestrand House: Preserving a Mid Twentieth-Century Masterpiece” March 2: Jenny Eagle, Education Director, and Jenny Leung, Collections Manager, Mānoa Heritage Center,  “Master Campus Planning: Integrating Kuali‘i and Mānoa Heritage Center” The annual series is sponsored by the Historic Preservation Program, Department of American Studies, University of Hawai‘i at Manoa; the Friends of ‘Iolani Palace; and Historic Hawai‘i Foundation.                     Stop by on your lunch hour and feel free to bring a brown bag [...]

Join Historic Hawai‘i Foundation for an open house and reception at Laulima House in Makiki to see a success story of a threatened place that has been saved and to learn about other Endangered Places that can be preserved with thoughtful and timely action. (Photo courtesy of David Croxford: Laulima House, built in 1924, in the popular Beaux-Arts style in Makiki.) Most Endangered Pau Hana Wednesday, November 9 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Historic Laulima House 1802 Ke‘eaumoku Street, Honolulu Tickets: $15 HHF Members/ $20 General General street parking available TICKETS Download Flier Watch for HONOLULU Magazine's November issue with the complete 2016 Most Endangered list due out November 1st! The annual list spotlights historic and cultural sites in Hawai‘i that are at risk of destruction or irreparable damage. The goal is to make the public aware of the threats facing these sites and galvanize action to preserve them. The event will include: Tours of the historic Laulima House (now being used for programs and services at Catholic Charities Hawaii) begin at 5:30 p.m. Presentation of the 2016 Most Endangered Places at 6:15 p.m. Updates from past years' lists Light refreshments Hosted by:

Join Historic Hawai‘i Foundation and National Park Service for a free class on how to preserve and rehabilitate historic places to protect their authentic character and sustain them for future generations. The three-hour classes will help owners, managers and others with responsibility for historic buildings and sites learn best practices and guidelines for historic preservation. ATTENDEES WILL LEARN: How to determine if a property is eligible for the Register of Historic Places. The treatment options for historic properties and how to select which is appropriate for a particular place and use. How to identify and describe character-defining features of a historic property. Standards and criteria for rehabilitation of historic properties. How to include special considerations for code compliance, accessibility, sustainability and hazardous materials abatement in preservation projects. Presenters: Kiersten Faulkner, Executive Director, Historic Hawaii Foundation; Tanya Gumapac-McGuire, Preservation Associate, Historic Hawaii Foundation and guest presenter, Elaine  Jackson-Retondo, National Park Service. Dr. Elaine Jackson-Retondo works for the National Park Service and is currently the Acting Branch Chief for the National Historic Landmarks Program in D. C.   Jackson-Retondo’s permanent position is in the Pacific West Regional Office San Francisco, CA. She currently serves as the Pacific West History Program Manager and has worked in the National Park Service since 2002. Jackson-Retondo earned her Doctorate in Architectural History and Masters of Architecture from the University of California, Berkeley and her Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana. Jackson-Retondo’s current and past work has included the National Park Service’s American Latino Heritage Initiative, Asian American Pacific Islander Initiative, Japanese American confinement during World War II, Cesar Chavez and the Farm-worker [...]

On a calm summer evening, 80 lucky guests and our staff and volunteer team explored the remarkable history, architecture and modern ingenuity of the local Chinatown scene from the second story. We saw the sites and heard the challenges and benefits of reworking the spaces from the owners. With so much happening at street level it's easy to see why so few know about the hidden charms of upstairs venues. Our tour included 5 venues paired with delectable eats from 4 local eateries. Mahalo nui to our co-sponsor, Chinatown Improvement District, and our volunteers, building hosts and food vendors who helped to create a truly unique experience: Tita and Lee Stack, Mat D'Ascoli, Pegge Hopper, Celine Casamina of ROC, Dusty Grable, Epic, Fete, Senia and Tchin Tchin! Historic Hawaii Foundation & Chinatown Improvement District present: Chinatown Upstairs: An Exclusive Discovery of History, Architecture & Food Thursday, June 23, 2016 5:30pm-8:30pm Learn more about how Honolulu Chinatown, a mixed use urban historic neighborhood, is creating a vibrant and diverse community of businesses on the second floor of historic buildings.  See examples of adaptive re-use projects, learn about the architecture and history from event docents along with the current owner or business owner’s insights into renovation of the building and space. The evening will include an exploration of 5 upper levels in historic Honolulu Chinatown buildings with docent-led tours and small plates from partner eateries.  The tour will include one restaurant, two private loft spaces, and two co-operative office spaces.  Small tasting plates will be provided at four of the locations by: Chris Kajioka, Epic Restaurant, Fete, and Tchin Tchin. Cash bar at two of the locations. Click here to purchase tickets: [...]

Historic Hawai‘i Foundation and the Chinatown Improvement District are pleased to announce the historic preservation summer series for 2016. The 3-part series provides information about methods, techniques and resources to preserve historic commercial buildings. The seminars provide practical, specific information on maintaining and rehabilitating historic structures, helping them to continue to provide benefits to the owners, the historic district and the greater community. The 2016 series will be held on the second Wednesday of the months of June, July and August from 12 – 1 p.m. at Lyon Associates, 45 No. King Street, 5th Floor. The one-hour classes are free and open to the public. Download Flier (PDF) Wednesday, JUNE 8: Building System Upgrades: Mechanical Systems and Energy Conservation Presented by: Allana Buick & Bers Inc. Click on the title below to download the presentation: Building System Upgrades: Mechanical Systems and Energy Conservation Wednesday, JULY 13: Hazardous Materials Abatement: Lead Paint, Asbestos, Canec and Pesticides Presented by: EMET Wednesday, AUGUST 10: Zoning and Special District Design Guidelines in Chinatown Presented by: City & County of Honolulu Dept. of Planning & Permitting Click on the title below to download the presentation: Zoning & Special District Design Guidelines in Chinatown CLICK HERE TO REGISTER This series is proudly sponsored by: Historic Hawaii Foundation, Chinatown Improvement District and Lyon Associates.

Historic Hawai‘i Foundation is pleased to announce that the 2016 Preservation Honor Awards ceremony will be held on Friday, May 27, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. in the Pōmaika‘i Ballrooms at Dole Cannery Square, 735 Iwilei Road, Honolulu, Hawai‘i. This special event will include dinner, presentation of the Honor Awards, and silent auction of Hawaiiana art and memorabilia.