This #sandysaturday we feature Aliʻi Beach Park and Haleʻiwa Beach Park on Oʻahu. All photos by Christine Takata, 1976. HHS, Beaches of Hawaiʻi Photograph Collection.

This #sandysaturday we feature Pounders Beach, Oʻahu. The beach was formerly known as Pahumoa, in tribute to a highly respected fisherman. Coined Pounders around 1955 from students at Church College of the Pacific. Photo by Christine Takata, 1976. HHS.

On this day in 1871: Roller skating comes to Hawaiʻi. Williams & Wallace opened the Honolulu Skating Rink in Buffman's Hall on Hotel Street. Image 1: Hawaiian gazette, September 13, 1871, HHS, Newspaper Collection.

The first reference in Hawaiʻi to face masks appeared in Paradise of the Pacific, July 1938, with the caption: "Spears, Lipsticks, Goggles-The Poor Fish Haven't a Chance." Photo by Pan Pacific Photo Press. Join us Friday, August 1, 2025 5:30-8pm to hear more fun summer trivia!

This #sandysaturday we feature our last few beaches on Oʻahu-Punalu'u Beach Park, Lanikai, and Makapu'u. All photos by Christine Takata, 1976. Hawaiian Historical Society, Beaches of Hawaiʻi Photograph Collection.

On this day in 1836: The first English newspaper in Hawaiʻi, The Sandwich Island Gazette, was published in Honolulu, Oʻahu. Images: Cover and first page from The Sandwich Island Gazette, July 30, 1836. Hawaiian Historical Society, Call No. 079 Sa5 vol. 1.

This #sandysaturday we start our next adventure on the island of Kauaʻi with Ninini Beach (1), Donkey Beach (2), and Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge (3). All photos by John Bowen, May 1989. Hawaiian Historical Society, Beaches of Hawaiʻi Photograph Collection.

HHS Sidewalk Sale, Saturday, August 16th 10am to 2pm. Visit hawaiianhistory.org/news-events/su… to see the inventory and pre-order to secure your copies. You may also stop by day of to shop. HJHs $5 (non-members) $3 (members). Hope to see you there!

Join us for our next Talk Story Saturdays: Hawaiʻi Ma Kahaone, Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 at 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM or 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Register at bit.ly/452LQpN, scan the QR code, or visit hawaiianhistory.org to RSVP. Seating is limited.

This #sandysaturday we feature Waikoko Beach, Hā'ena Beach Park, and Polihale State Park on the island of Kauaʻi. All photos by John Bowen, May 1989. Hawaiian Historical Society, Beaches of Hawaiʻi Photograph Collection.

On this day in 1906: The 14,000 ton passenger ship, SS Manchuria runs aground off Manana or Rabbit Island, during a heavy rain squall. Just two months earlier, Congress had appropriated funds to erect a lighthouse at Makapu'u. SS Manchuria, photographer and date unknown. HHS.

On this day in 1891: John Owen Dominis, husband of Queen Liliʻuokalani and prince consort, dies at Washington Place, at age 60. Image: Studio portrait of John Owen Dominis, photographer and date unknown, Hawaiian Historical Society No. 4540.

HHS will be closed Saturday, August 30, 2025 in observance of Labor Day. We will resume regular operating hours on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Reference hours are Thursdays-Fridays from 10am to 4pm and Saturdays from 10am to 2pm. Email [email protected] to schedule.

Join us for our next Talk Story Saturdays: Native Hawaiian History Month, Saturday, September 20, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM or 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Register at bit.ly/4mXg0RI or scan the QR Code. Walk-ins welcome permitting space.

On this day in 1849: From 1849-1850, Alexander Liholiho and his brother Lot accompanied by Dr. Gerrit P. Judd, depart on a diplomatic mission to the United States, Great Britain, and France. Journal kept by Alexander Liholiho. HHS Call No. MS B L52.

We’re back on our travels around the beaches of Hawaiʻi. This #sandysaturday we feature the last few beaches on Kauaʻi : Pākalā Beach (Image 1), Pālama Beach (Image 2), and Kīpū Kai (Image 3). All photos by John Bowen, May 20, 1989. HHS, Beaches of HI Photog Collection.

October 17, 2025 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm combines a rare peek into the historical archives with a special tasting with a certified sommelier. To purchase tickets visit bit.ly/4pu57IE or scan the QR code. You can also visit hawaiianhistory.org

Even though we missed #sandysaturday, doesn’t mean we can’t post on a #sandysunday! Today, we feature our last island of travels, Niʻihau. We highlight Keamano Beach, Lehua Island, and Puʻuwai Beach. All photos from HHS, Beaches of Hawaiʻi Photograph Collection.

On this day in 1840: The U.S. Exploring Expedition, with Commodore Charles Wilkes commanding the U.S. sloop of war, Vincennes, arrives in Hawaiʻi. Image: Honolulu, artist unknown, ca. 1840s, Hawaiian Historical Society, Call No. 1654.

Join us this Saturday, September 27, 2025 from 10am to 3pm for @hawaiian_mission_houses ʻOhana Day. Stop by the Reading Room, Library & Archives, and talk story with us, shop discounted books, and make a craft! We hope to see you there!