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Film Screening | Building a Legacy: The Visionaries Behind Hawai‘i’s Libraries, Archives, and Museums

March 29, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

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Attend a two-hour film screening that highlights the contributions of five key figures to Hawai‘i’s libraries, archives, and museums. Their stories will be brought to life through dynamic actor performances that will educate and inspire. Suitable for ages 11+. Registration is recommended; call the library at (808) 627-7470 to register.

Learn about:

  • Edna Allyn (1861-1927), Head Librarian of the Hawai‘i Library and Reading Room Association, portrayed by Eden Lee Murray.
  • Charles Reed Bishop (1822-1915), founder of Bishop’s Bank and husband of Bernice Pauahi Bishop, portrayed by Christopher Denton.
  • George R. Carter (1866-1933), Hawai‘i Territorial Governor from 1903-1907, portrayed by Ron Heller.
  • Emma Nakuina (1847-1929), cultural preservationist and expert in folklore and water rights, portrayed by Kahana Ho.
  • Robert Crichton Wyllie (1798-1865), Minister of Foreign Affairs under King Kamehameha III, portrayed by Hamilton Clement.

Mahalo to the Hawai‘i Library Association and Hawaiian Mission Houses for sponsoring this free event.


Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.

Details

Date:
March 29, 2025
Time:
9:30 am - 11:30 am
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Island

O‘ahu

Recommended for

Adults, Teens

Branch

O‘ahu – Mililani
95-450 Maka‘imo‘imo St
Mililani, HI 96789 United States
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Phone:
808-627-7470

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