September 30, 2005
MEDIA CONTACT: Caroline Witherspoon
or Jocelyn Collado
Becker Communications
(808) 533-4165
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BISHOP MUSEUM HOSTS 6TH ANNUAL EDUCATOR’S EVENING
HONOLULU – In its ongoing effort to support Hawai‘i’s educators, Bishop Museum invites public and private teachers of all grade levels to attend the 6th annual Educator’s Evening on Wednesday, October 26, 2005 from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. Hosted by the Museum’s Education Department, the campus will be filled with numerous resources for Hawai‘i’s finest teachers. The highlight of the evening will be a sneak preview of the new Science Adventure Center’s exhibit and school programs.
Educators will have an opportunity to experience the various educational programs offered by the Museum by visiting interactive stations and participating in presentations and discussions throughout the campus. Education programs will include: Holoholo Science Outreach; Ola Nā Mo‘olelo Cultural Outreach; Sleepover program; Lending Box program; Planetarium and Starlab shows; and upcoming workshops for teachers.
The evening will also feature a chance for teachers to win a free visit to the Museum for their class or education group, in addition to discounts on outreach programs and resource materials.
Refreshment will be served. For more information or to make reservations, contact 848-4168 or email education@bishopmuseum.org.
A treasured resource of Hawaiian history and heritage, Bishop Museum was founded in 1889 by Charles Reed Bishop as a tribute to his wife Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, the last descendant of the royal Kamehameha dynasty. Located at 1525 Bernice Street, the Museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $14.95 for adults; $11.95 for youth 4-12 years, special rates for kama‘āina, seniors and military; children under 4 years and Bishop Museum Members are free. For information, call 847-3511 or visit www.bishopmuseum.org.