Welcome to the Bishop Museum

Public Programs Schedule: January – April 2009

The following public programs and special events are scheduled for galleries and public spaces at the Bishop Museum and Hawai‘i Maritime Center in Honolulu, and Amy B. H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Gardens in Captain Cook, Hawai‘i, from January through April 2009. More detailed information is available at www.bishopmuseum.org or in Ka‘Elele, the journal of Bishop Museum. Please note that this is subject to change. Visit the press room online for the most up-to-date information.

Special Events, Workshops, Lectures

JANUARY 2009

THE SKY TONIGHT
Friday, January 2, 2009 and Friday January 16; 8 p.m.; No late seating
$4 General; $3 Children 4-12; Bishop Museum Members and Hawaiian Astronomical Society Members are Free.
J. Watumull Planetarium; Bishop Museum; Reservations Required (808) 848-4168

Come experience a detailed tour of the current Hawaiian evening sky during The Sky Tonight. This live planetarium program is hosted by Barry Peckham, Vice President of the Hawaiian Astronomical Society. Telescope-viewing in the Museum observatory follows the show, weather permitting. The Sky Tonight is offered on the first and third Fridays of each month at 8 p.m. The show begins promptly and there is no late seating. Please call (808) 848-4168 for reservations. (Please note: admission goes up to $6 adult and $4 children 4-12 as of February 2009 except for members of Bishop Museum and Hawaiian Astronomical Society, who remain free).

TRADITIONS OF THE PACIFIC LECTURE: SHARK STORIES
Thursday, January 8, 2009; 6:00 p.m.; $5 General; Bishop Museum Members are Free
Castle Memorial Building; Bishop Museum; Reservations Required (808) 847-8296

One last chance to meet Megalodon face to face! Join Richard Paglinawan and Keith Kruger inside our Megalodon: Largest Shark That Ever Lived exhibit for a fascinating evening of shark stories. Learn about the value of fossilized shark teeth and the stories they can tell us about what sharks looked like, how they lived, what they ate, and how they died. You can even see Keith’s personal collection of fossilized Megalodon teeth! Then, learn about the cultural significance of sharks and shark stories to the Hawaiian people. Do you have a shark story? Share your own experiences with the group!

Richard Paglinawan is a cultural practitioner and Bishop Museum Association Council member. Keith Kruger is a fossil expert and collector. Reservations required as space is limited. Call (808) 847-8296 or email membership@bishopmuseum.org.

TRADITIONS OF THE PACIFIC WORKSHOP: GLASS BOTTOM BOAT TOUR, KANEOHE BAY
Saturday, January 10, 2009; 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; General Tuition is $20 Adults, $15 children under 12; Tuition for Bishop Museum Members is $15 Adults, $10 children under 12; Reservations & Advance Payment Required (808) 847-8296.

Climb aboard the Coral Queen for a very special glass bottom boat tour of Kane‘ohe Bay! Learn about Kaneohe Bay’s various land uses over time, fishponds, legends, marine life and ecology, and efforts to balance commercial usage of the land and the sea with preservation needs. Get an up-close view of Coconut Island and enjoy a majestic view of the Ko‘olau mountain range. This is a family-friendly adventure! Narrated by marine specialist, Rhonda Stewart, and writer, historian, and Bishop Museum Association Council member Nanette Napoleon. Advance registration and payment required. Call 847-8296 or email membership@bishopmuseum.org.

AMY GREENWELL GARDEN – FREE GARDEN TOUR
Saturday, January 10, 2009; 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; FREE EVENT
Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden; Captain Cook, HI

Join Garden Manager Peter Van Dyke on a tour of the Garden’s collection of native Hawaiian plants while learning about traditional cultural uses. This is a FREE event. Call (808) 323-3318 or email agg@bishopmuseum.org for more information.

BISHOP MUSEUM – EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS WORKSHOP
Saturday, January 17, 2009; 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; $20 general fee, $15 for Bishop Museum Members; RSVP call (808) 847-8243
Pāki Conference Room II, Bishop Museum; Honolulu

Dr. Sharon Shaffer, Director of the Smithsonian early Enrichment Center (SEEC) will present this workshop aimed at community educators interested in applying the concept of a museum-based approach to teaching and learning. Dr. Shaffer will explain the value of object-based learning and visual literacy as a methodology for teaching early literacy, math, science, and social studies using effective teaching strategies for the classroom and museum. Workshop topics include: The Power of Objects Characteristics of Young Learners; Beyond Naming & Labeling; Learning to Look; Expanding Concepts – Building Background Knowledge; Strategies for Early Learners; Children’s Literature, Objects, Visual Arts. Cost of the workshop is $20, and $15 for Bishop Museum members. For more information or to reserve a space, call (808) 847-8243 or e-mail ce@bishopmuseum.org.

AMY GREENWELL GARDEN WORKSHOP – LEI HULU
Saturdays, January 17th – February 7th; 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; $65 non-members, $50 Bishop Museum members
Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden; Captain Cook, HI

Ever wanted to learn the craft of Lei Hulu? Learn from one of the masters, Kumu Joanne Kahanamoku Sterling who will take students through the cultural and historical background of lei hulu. This workshop requires a commitment of four Saturdays, beginning January 17 through February 7th. Cost is $50 for members and $65 for non-members; a materials fee will be collected by Kumu Joanne to cover the lei hulu kits. Call to register at (808) 323-3318 or email agg@bishopmuseum.org.

AMY GREENWELL GARDEN WORKSHOP – BACKYARD KALO FARMING
Friday, January 23, 2009; 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; $15 non-members, FREE for members
Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden; Captain Cook, HI

Be a part of “Backyard Kalo Farming” with garden foreman Manuel Rego. For 24 years, Manuel has cared for the extensive collection of kalo at Amy Greenwell Garden. He and his assistant Suano Kadooka, will teach lessons in propagation, growth, and preparation of kalo. Participants will be supplied with kalo huli, or propagates, which may then be planted for harvest. This workshop will include Maui Lehua and other miscellaneous varieties. Cost for the workshop is $15 for non-members and FREE to Bishop Museum members. Call to register at (808) 323-3318 or email agg@bishopmuseum.org.

CHARLES REED BISHOP FREE ADMISSION DAY
Sunday, January 25, 2009; 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Bishop Museum, Honolulu
FREE ADMISSION

In honor of the birthday anniversary of businessman and philanthropist Charles Reed Bishop, the Bishop Museum will waive admission for ALL visitors. Mr. Bishop (1822-1915) founded Bishop Museum in honor of his wife Bernice Pauahi Bishop (1831-1884). She was the great-granddaughter of King Kamehameha I. Bishop Museum possesses one of the largest natural history collections in the world, and the largest repository for Hawaiian artifacts. For more information, visit www.bishopmuseum.org or call (808) 847-3511.

AMY GREENWELL GARDEN – COMMUNITY WORK DAY
Saturday, January 31, 2009; 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden; Captain Cook, HI

Join the staff of Amy Greenwell Garden for a garden beautification day! Tools, gloves, snacks, and cold drinks will be provided. Everyone is welcome. Come down and give your aloha to the garden! For more information call (808) 323-3318 or email agg@bishopmuseum.org.

FEBRUARY 2008

THE SKY TONIGHT
Friday February 6 and Friday February 20, 2009; 8 p.m.; No late seating
$6 General; $4 Children 4-12; Bishop Museum and Hawaiian Astronomical Society Bishop Museum and Hawaiian Astronomical Society Members Free
J. Watumull Planetarium; Bishop Museum; Reservations Required (808) 848-4168

BISHOP MUSEUM – MARY KAWENA PUKUI PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL
Sunday, February 8, 2009; 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Regular Admission Rates except - Kama‘aina and Military $3; Children 3 and under FREE; Bishop Museum Members FREE
Great Lawn, Bishop Museum; Honolulu

The 9th Annual Mary Kawena Pukui Performing Arts Festival is a celebration of native cultures through the ancient art of storytelling and dance. This event will feature Native storytellers from Hawai‘i, Alaska, Mississippi, and Massachusetts. These performers are participants of Education through Cultural and Historical Organizations or ECHO. This year’s theme will be “The Way to the Heart: Changing Food, Foodways and Culture.” You don’t want to miss out on a unique dance performance directed by Peter Espiritu of Tau Dance Theatre. Special rate for kama’aina and military $3; children 3 and under are free; regular admission rates apply for other visitors $15.95 adults; $12.95 for youth (4-12), and seniors (65+). Bishop Museum members are FREE. For more information call (808) 847-3511 or visit www.bishopmuseum.org.

ANIMATION MEMBER PREVIEW
Friday, February 13, 2009; 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.;
Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; exclusively for Bishop Museum members; Reservations Required (808) 847-8296

Attention Bishop Museum members – be the first to experience the interactive, family-friendly, travelling exhibition Animation before it opens to the public! Explore the amazing art of animation through storyboarding, character design, drawing techniques, movement, filming, sound, and more! Featuring your favorite characters from Cartoon Network, and an “animation museum.” Animation will be on exhibit February 14 – May 10, 2009. Not a member? Join today and receive your invitation to this exclusive member preview. RSVP to 847-8296 or membership@bishopmuseum.org.

AMY GREENWELL GARDEN – PROPAGATING NATIVE PLANTS
Friday, February 13, 2009; 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; $15 non-members, FREE for members
Amy Greenwell Ethnobotoanical Garden; Captain Cook, HI

Horticulturist Brian Kiyabu has propagated thousands of native plants during his five years at the Garden. Prior to joining the staff in 2003, he worked for the Volcanoes National Park and U.S. Forest Service. Brian is currently propagating: Wahine noho kula, Kokia cookiei, a variety of colored Ohia Lehua and Olana. Workshop participants will keep some of the plants they propagate. Cost for the workshop is $15 for non-members, and FREE for Bishop Museum members. For more information call (808) 323-3318 or email agg@bishopmuseum.org.

AMY GREENWELL GARDEN – FREE GARDEN TOUR
Saturday, February 14, 2009; 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden; Captain Cook, HI

AMY GREENWELL GARDEN – POI POUNDING WORKSHOP
Friday, February 27, 2009; 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. LIMITED TO 12 PARTICIPANTS
Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden; Captain Cook, HI

Kalo expert, Jerry Konanui and Garden Foreman Manuel Rego will lead this hands-on workshop. This is in conjunction with the Grow Hawaiian Festival. This is FREE workshop event, limited to 12 participants. Call (808) 323-3318 or email agg@bishopmuseum.org for more information.

AMY GREENWELL GARDEN – 5TH ANNUAL GROW HAWAIIAN FESTIVAL
Saturday, February 28, 2009; 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden; Captain Cook, HI
FREE Admission

The 5th Annual Grow Hawaiian Festival at Amy Greenwell Garden features cultural demonstrations, ask-the-expert booths, displays, keiki activities, a lei contest, and much more! Presented by the Hawaii Forest & Trail; Kūki‘o; the Native Hawaiian Culture and Arts Program, and Education through Cultural & Historical Organizations (ECHO); and initiative under the Office of Innovation and Improvement of the U.S. Department of Education; Hawaii Tourism Authority, in partnership with the County of Hawaii, through the County Product Enrichment Program (CPEP), Ka Ahahui o ka Nāhelehele; and Office of Hawaiian Affairs.

MARCH 2009

THE SKY TONIGHT
Friday March 6 and Friday March 20, 2009; 8 p.m.; No late seating; $6 General; $4 Children 4-12; Members of Bishop Museum and Hawaiian Astronomical Society Free
J. Watumull Planetarium; Bishop Museum; Reservations Required (808) 848-4168

AMY GREENWELL GARDEN – FREE GARDEN TOUR
Saturday, March 14, 2009; 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden; Captain Cook, HI

BISHOP MUSEUM FAMILY SUNDAY
Sunday, March 22, 2009 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Reduced Admission Rate of $3.00 for Kama’aina and Military; otherwise, regular admission rates apply - $15.95 Adults; $12.95 Youth (4-12) and Seniors (65+); Children (3 & under) and Bishop Museum members Free.

This Family Sunday is centered on the special exhibit Animation (February 14 – May 10, 2009) Experience the interactive, family-friendly, travelling exhibition Animation at Bishop Museum! Explore the amazing art of animation through storyboarding, character design, drawing techniques, movement, filming, sound, and more! This Sunday will feature your favorite characters from Cartoon Network and Animation Museum. Food and activity booths and educational activities will enhance this family-oriented fun day. For more information visit www.bishopmuseum.org or call (808) 847-3511.

BISHOP MUSEUM – EDUCATION WORKSHOP
Mon. – Wed.; March 23, 24, 25; 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; $20 general fee, $15 for Bishop Museum Members; RSVP (808) 848-4191
Atherton Hālau, Bishop Museum; Honolulu

Educators won’t want to miss this three-day teacher workshop led by Sara Meirowitz, Education Director of the New Bedford Whaling Museum. This workshop will explore the benefits of working with museums to enhance students learning in the classroom. Participants will learn the origins of museums and their inherent relationship to educational institutions particularly Bishop Museum and its role in Hawaiian history. The workshop will utilize documents and objects from the Bishop Museum collection. Cost for the workshop is $20, and $15 for Bishop Museum members. For more information or to reserve a space, call (808) 848-4191 or email ce@bishopmuseum.org.

APRIL 2009

THE SKY TONIGHT
Friday April 3 and Friday April 17, 2009; 8:00 p.m.; No late seating; $6 General; $4 Children 4-12; Members Free
J. Watumull Planetarium; Bishop Museum; Reservations Required (808) 848-4168

MAD ABOUT SCIENCE FESTIVAL
Saturday, April 11, 2009; 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; $3 admission for kama‘aina and military, otherwise regular rates apply: $15.95 Adults; $12.95 Youth (4-12) and Seniors (65+); Children (3 & under) and Bishop Museum members FREE.

This 5th annual celebration of science at Bishop Museum features hands-on activities, tours of Bishop Museum natural science collections, and programming with a special focus on climate change. Discounted admission rate of $3 for kama‘aina and military otherwise regular rates apply: $15.95 Adults; $12.95 Youth (4-12) and Seniors (65+); Children (3 & under) and Bishop Museum members FREE.

AMY GREENWELL GARDEN – FREE GARDEN TOUR
Saturday, April 11, 2009; 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden; Captain Cook, HI

BISHOP MUSEUM – HAWAIIAN HALL EDUCATOR PREVIEW
Wednesday, April 22, 2009; 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Atrium, Bishop Museum; Honolulu

Educators are invited for a special night preview of Hawaiian Hall programs. Hawaiian Hall will open to the public in August 2009. This preview night gives teachers an opportunity to learn what Hawaiian Hall programs are available for the 2009 – 2010 cycle. If you would like to participate or for more information, call (808) 848-4110 or email ce@bishopmuseum.org.

BISHOP MUSEUM – HECO GROW HAWAIIAN FESTIVAL
April 25, 2009; 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; FREE ADMISSION
Great Lawn, Bishop Museum

For the second year, Bishop Museum is hosting Grow Hawaiian Festival, presented by Hawaiian Electric Company. The eco-conscious festival is being held in honor of Earth Day. It will feature informational booths on local conservation and sustainability efforts; a guided tour of Bishop Museum’s garden of native and indigenous plants; and a native plants sale. Live entertainment and various activities will also be a part of this eco-friendly festival.

AMY GREENWELL GARDEN – COMMUNITY WORK DAY
Saturday, April 25, 2009; 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden; Captain Cook, HI

BISHOP MUSEUM IS OPEN DAILY FROM 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Ongoing Daily Programs at Bishop Museum

10:00 a.m.

Na Mea Makamae Tour

Hawaiian Hall stairs, Kahili Room, & Joseph M. Long Gallery 25 minutes

Listen to the story of the creation of the Museum and learn more about the treasures of the Hawaiian people.

10:30 a.m.

Pauahi: A Legacy for Hawai‘i Tour

2 nd Floor Castle Memorial Building Gallery 25 minutes

Join us for an in-depth tour of the collections of Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop and treasures from other ali‘i that have been entrusted to Bishop Museum.

11:00 a.m.

Plants of Paradise Garden Tour

Please meet at the entrance of the Hawaiian Hall 25 minutes

Learn more about the beautiful plants of Hawaii with a guided tour of the Bishop Museum gardens.

11:30 a.m.

The Sky Tonight Planetarium Show (no late seating)

J. Watumull Planetarium 25 minutes

Discover the skies and stories of our Hawaiian skies and learn about current events in space.

12:00 Noon

Meet me at the Hot Spot – Lava Melting Demo

Richard T. Mamiya Science Adventure Center – Hot Spot Theatre 25 minutes

An exciting lava melting demonstration, learn more about volcanoes and see rock and cinder melted to create lava.

12:30 p.m.

Na Mea Makamae Tour

Hawaiian Hall stairs, Kahili Room, & Joseph M. Long Gallery 25 minutes

1:00 p.m.

Ola Na Mo‘olelo – “Living Stories” Storytelling program

2 nd floor Castle Memorial Building – Demo area 25 minutes

Hawaiian stories come alive in these dramatic presentations. (25 minutes)

1:30 p.m.

Explorers of Polynesia Planetarium Show (no late seating)

J. Watumull Planetarium 45 minutes

Our signature planetarium show. Learn how the Polynesians navigated through the Pacific thousands of years ago using their knowledge of the night sky and nature.

2:00 p.m.

Meet me at the Hot Spot – Lava Melting Demo

Richard T. Mamiya Science Adventure Center – Hot Spot Theater 25 minutes (note: this show is presented simultaneously in Japanese and English).

2:30 p.m.

Science on a Sphere Show

This live show uses NOAA’s Science on a Sphere, a vivid six-foot globe, to explore topics from global warming to the frosty red surface of Mars. (25 min utes)

3:00 p.m.

Pauahi: A Legacy for Hawai‘i Tour

2 nd Floor Castle Memorial Building Gallery 25 minutes

3:30 p.m.

Explorers of Mauna Kea Planetarium Show (no late seating)

J. Watumull Planetarium 30 minutes

Find out why astronomers consider Mauna Kea, on the Big Island of Hawaii to be one of the best research sites and learn how they explore the universe.

JAPANESE LANGUAGE TOURS

All programs are offered seven days a week unless otherwise noted.

10:30 a.m. – Daily Guided Tour

Hawaiian Hall stairs, Kahili Room, & Joseph M. Long Gallery 25 minutes

Listen to the story of the creation of the Museum and learn more about the treasures of the Hawaiian people.

11:30 a.m. – Daily Guided Tour

Hawaiian Hall stairs, Kahili Room, & Joseph M. Long Gallery 25 minutes

Listen to the story of the creation of the Museum and learn more about the treasures of the Hawaiian people.

12 Noon – Hawaiian Crafts (Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday; Supply Fee)

Meet at the table in front of the Watumull Planetarium

Easy hand craft for all ages. Use ribbon to create your own phone strap or kukui nut choker for your memorable souvenir.

12:45 p.m. – Japanese Planetarium Show (Explorers of Polynesia)

J. Watumull Planetarium 45 minutes

Learn how the Polynesians navigated through the Pacific thousands of years ago using their knowledge of the night sky and nature.

2:00 p.m. - Meet Me at the Hot Spot - Lava Melting Demonstration in Science Adventure Center

Richard T. Mamiya Science Adventure Center – Hot Spot Theatre 25 minutes

An exciting lava melting demonstration, learn more about volcanoes and see rock and cinder melted to create lava

2:30 p.m. – Daily Guided Tour

Hawaiian Hall stairs, Kahili Room, & Joseph M. Long Gallery 25 minutes

Listen to the story of the creation of the Museum and learn more about the treasures of the Hawaiian people.

3:30 p.m. – Daily Guided tour

Hawaiian Hall stairs, Kahili Room, & Joseph M. Long Gallery 25 minutes

Listen to the story of the creation of the Museum and learn more about the treasures of the Hawaiian people.

Bishop Museum Information: (808) 847-3511 Fax: (808) 841-8968; Email: bishoppr@bishopmuseum.org; Location: 1525 Bernice Street in Honolulu, HI 96817-2704; Hours: 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily. Closed Christmas Day; Admission: Adults - $15.95; Youth (4-12) and Seniors (65+) - $12.95: Hawaii resident and Military with ID – Adult $8.95; Youth (4-12) and Seniors (65+) $7.95; (non-resident visitors accompanied by Military or Hawaii Resident with ID - $10.95) Members and Children 3 and under are always free. Children 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Archives: (808) 848-4182; Library: (808) 848-4148; Planetarium: (808) 848-4136; Shop Pacifica: (808) 848-4158 There is no admission fee for those who wish only to shop at Shop Pacifica;; Facility Rentals: (808) 848-4131 Email: events@bishopmuseum.org; Web site: http://www.bishopmuseum.org

Hawai‘i Maritime Center Information: (808) 521-2829; Fax: 536-1519; Email: karla@bishopmuseum.org Location: Pier 7, Honolulu Harbor (across from Aloha Tower Marketplace); Hours: 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily. Admission: Adults $8.50; Youth (4-12) $5.50; Seniors (65 +) $7. Members and children 3 and under are free; Special rates for Military. Children 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Pier 7 Gifts: (808) 526-0906; Facility Rentals: (808) 848-4131 Email: events@bishopmuseum.org; Web Site: http://www.bishopmuseum.org

Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden Information: (808) 323-3318, Fax: (808) 323-2394; Email: agg@bishopmuseum.org Location: 12 miles south of Kailua-Kona, at mile-marker 110 near Captain Cook, Hawaii; Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1053, Captain Cook, HI 96704. Hours: 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; Guided Tours on the second Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. Suggested Donation: $4. Children 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Facility Rentals: (808) 848-4131 Email: events@bishopmuseum.org; Web Site: http://www.bishopmuseum.org/greenwell/

Bishop Museum Press Information: Hawai‘i’s fourth-largest regional publisher. The mission of Bishop Museum Press is to record, preserve, and tell the stories of Hawai‘i and the Pacific, inspiring our guests to embrace and experience our natural and cultural world. (808) 848-4135; Email: ron.cox@bishopmuseum.org; Mailing address: 1525 Bernice Street, Honolulu, HI 96817; Web Site: www.bishopmuseum.org/press

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