Events – Past

More than 130 people joined us on December 10, 2021 for a presentation and panel discussion with Senior Archaeologist Lokelani Brandt of ASM Affiliates, Professor Kerri Inglis, and students from the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo History Department. View the video replay below to hear the inspiring discussion sharing the context, process, and purpose of the Story Map, along with reflections from the students themselves. You can also view the story map, Ua Hilo ‘ia i ke Aho a ke Aloha – Braided with the cords of love, Held in the bond of affection, by clicking the button below. We are excited to present the Hilo Story Map and share the beauty, magic, and history of Hilo. View the Hilo Story Map! Sharing the Multilayered History of Hilo from the Wailuku to Wailoa River Presentation and Panel Discussion When: Friday, December 10, 2021 Time: 12:00-1:15 PM Where: Virtual (via Zoom) Cost: Free, registration required Historic Hawai‘i Foundation is excited to continue our Story Map Series! Historic Hawai‘i Foundation has partnered with Cultural Surveys Hawai‘i, the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo, History Department, ASM Affiliates, and Lyman Museum to create the Hilo Story Map. Students from UH Hilo are contributing to the research and content of the map as part of course curriculum under the direction of History Professor Kerri Inglis. In addition, three student interns are contributing research, contextual essays, and photography. In celebration of the launch of the Hilo Story Map on December 10th, we are thrilled to host a presentation and panel discussion with archaeologist Lokelani Brandt, Professor Inglis, and a student panel. The discussion will share the context, process, and purpose of [...]

Preservation Funding Training Workshop for Stewards of Historic Properties Historic Hawai‘i Foundation, in partnership with the Department of the Interior’s National Park Service and Office of Native Hawaiian Relations, will offer a free workshop on preservation funding. Date: Wednesday, December 8, 2021 Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Cost: Free Virtual Workshop via ZOOM VIEW THE VIDEO REPLAY OF THE MAIN PRESENTATION BELOW Scroll down to view additional resources for specific funding opportunities. Additional Resources Click on the graphic at left to view the workshop slide deck. The workshop provides training to members of the public, nonprofit or government sectors who own, manage, steward or are interested in preserving historic & cultural sites.   Preservation Funding for Community, Public and Nonprofit Stewards Date: Wednesday, December 8, 2021 Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. ABOUT THE WORKSHOP The workshop will present National Park Service, Historic Hawai‘i Foundation and other funding from foundations and government agencies that help with stewardship and rehabilitation efforts for historic properties. The workshop will also address funding for educational, interpretive and other heritage programs. Stewards of historic properties need to have access to the tools that make historic preservation possible and affordable to ensure that the special places of the Hawaiian Islands are preserved. Appropriate stewardship depends on both financial and organizational resources available to caretakers and advocates. The workshop will include a formal presentation followed by breakout sessions where participants will learn more about specific funding programs, receive tips and best practices, and have the opportunity to ask questions and learn from the presenters and other attendees. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? • Public and nonprofit [...]