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The Printing Press is a favorite among tour goers

The Printing Press is a favorite among tour goers @hawaiian_mission_houses #printingpress #doxology #hawaiianalphabet

A little rain (or intermittent downpouring) never

A little rain (or intermittent downpouring) never stop these hardworking guys getting that flashing and thatching up!! Plus here’s a timeless Kumu Earl #’ikeoftheday: “Do the work well the first time, then no need to do the work twice”. 🧐🛠 •
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#haleonamikanele #lifelessons #nativeexcellence #kawaapowered #kauahikauapowered #kinaiehapowered #almostpau

Our historic site has so much beauty and nature. C

Our historic site has so much beauty and nature. Come visit us, have a picnic lunch , shop in the gift shop, & take a tour. (Tuesday - Saturday 10am-4pm ) tours from 11,12,1,2&3:00 #prayingmantis #butterfly #picnic @hawaiian_mission_houses

We have a lot of “new” used books in the gift

We have a lot of “new” used books in the gift shop. Come by and check them out. #usedbooks #hawaiianhistory #inmuseumswetrust @hawaiian_mission_houses

The @Kinaieha haumana had another project today so

The @Kinaieha haumana had another project today so the love was real at the hale for the amazing volunteers that filled in for the work day! This group got a lot done to protect the structure for years to come - and we are so grateful. Mahalo piha for your time and kōkua! The hale is progressing quickly- stay tuned for more updates and remember to watch it change as you drive down King Street!
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#volunteering #historicreproduction #traditionalarchitecture #hale #kauahikauapowered #kawaapowered #kinaiehapowered

These beautiful native birds can be seen all over

These beautiful native birds can be seen all over our historic site #nestingwhiteterns #manuokū #manuoku #hawaiianmissionhouses #education #awareness #inmuseumswetrust

Students on a school tour got a special cameo appe

Students on a school tour got a special cameo appearance from the hardworking hale crew!! Here, Kumu Kawa’a explains how the strategic angles of the logs help to keep the structure in place. •
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#halebuilding #formandfunction #stemeducation #nativeexcellence #kinaiehapowered #kauahikauapowered #kawaapowered

#rainbow #downtown #Kolea @hawaiian_mission_houses

#rainbow #downtown #Kolea @hawaiian_mission_houses

GIVING TUESDAY UPDATE: We have received $6,363 s

GIVING TUESDAY UPDATE: We have received $6,363 so far, blowing past our first goal! We are now only $200 away from our new goal which will be doubled with a matching donation from an anonymous donor to total $13,000+ to help fund our education programs, History Theatre, research workshops, tours, and more! Be a part of history and donate now! Donation link on our bio!
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Today’s the day!! Giving Tuesday is here! Your g

Today’s the day!! Giving Tuesday is here!
Your gift and joy are contagious—they are doubling today. Help us reach our goal of $5,000, which will be doubled to $10,000! You will have a huge impact on education programs, History Theatre, research workshops, tours, and more with your gift today. Help us push past our goal—come join the fun! Donation link on our bio!
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That’s a wrap! Mahalo nui to everyone involved i

That’s a wrap! Mahalo nui to everyone involved in our most successful Holiday Craft Fair yet! See you next year for the 49th annual!!!
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#ShopLocal #SupportLocal #HMHHolidayCraftFair #SmallBusinessSaturday

Virginia Bishop has been painting since age six. S

Virginia Bishop has been painting since age six. She specializes in cats, mermaids amongst other whimsical imagery of the islands. Her bright and colorful pieces will shine in your home!
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Husband and wife team Brittany and Sean make spice

Husband and wife team Brittany and Sean make spice magic with their Kailua Seasoning Company. Inspired by her grandparents who taught her about foods of the world, Brittany wants to share her the food heritage. She blends all the seasonings herself using locally sourced ingredients and salts from Molokai. Sean is support crew and literal air support serving in the Air Force. This is their first year at our Holiday Craft Fair!
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Tamsen Fox and Liza Lee have been booth partners a

Tamsen Fox and Liza Lee have been booth partners at craft fairs for ten years now! Liza’s Sati Gems Hawaii is crafted with genuine stones and high quality metals. Tamsen hand paints and carves her beautiful gourds that are both lovely and useful!
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Drew Gentry hand makes these wonderful wooden piec

Drew Gentry hand makes these wonderful wooden pieces out of his garage in Kailua. Along with being a full time Marine and father, he creates perfect decorations for your home!
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Francisco Clemente turns and carves beautiful piec

Francisco Clemente turns and carves beautiful pieces from salvaged local wood, giving them new life as art in your home! Check him out at our Holiday Craft Fair today!
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Gifts by Karen M has beautiful and affordable hand

Gifts by Karen M has beautiful and affordable handcrafted wire art jewelry and gifts at her booth!
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Beach Dolls is a family affair and they’re joini

Beach Dolls is a family affair and they’re joining our Craft Fair for the first time this year! They make unique jewelry, adorable dolls and acrylic paintings based out of the North Shore!
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Laurie Peʻa of Totally Totes makes these beautifu

Laurie Peʻa of Totally Totes makes these beautiful tote bags by hand. They are perfect for holding all your things!
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Get your Doterra essential oils and accessories fr

Get your Doterra essential oils and accessories from Tarita Tehotu at our Craft Fair today! She even has a limited selection of Tahitian Black Pearl jewelry for sale!
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