Talk Story Saturdays: Docks to Downtown

Sat Jun 20 2026 at 10:00 am to 11:00 am UTC-10:00

Hawaiian Historical Society | Honolulu

Hawaiian Historical Society
Publisher/HostHawaiian Historical Society
Talk Story Saturdays: Docks to Downtown
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Docks to Downtown is an archival tour that will explore a few iconic businesses in Honolulu from the 1850s to modern day.
About this Event

Talk Story Saturdays encourages our communities to learn, share, and engage with each other about Hawaiian History. Dive deep into the Hawaiian Historical Society’s (HHS) stacks with the staff for a special insiders’ look into the rare and unique books and archival material not normally on public view. The hour-long tour will include: an introduction to the Hawaiian Historical Society, a curated exhibit, a chance to interact with historical material as well as an opportunity to learn how to research and access HHS’ resources. Guests are encouraged to ask questions and stay for reference hours to conduct their own research. Tours are conducted in Hawaiian Historical Society’s Reading Room, Library & Archives.

June's theme, Docks to Downtown, will explore a few iconic businesses in Honolulu from the 1850s to modern day. Learn about commerce and hospitality on Oʻahu from book binding and publishing to fashion and leisure. On display will be historic lithographs by Paul Emmert, the first commercially issued photo album, and rare memorabilia on sewing machines and Love’s Bakery. Join us for a snapshot into Hawaiian history on Honolulu’s waterfront to storefront.

Parking is available on Kawaiaha‘o St or Mission Lane and is street metered parking. The meter accepts coins, most major credit cards, and via the Park Smarter App. https://www8.honolulu.gov/dts/meters/

Visit https://www.hawaiianhistory.org to read more including the Tour Guidelines & Policies or to become a member or donate.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hawaiian Historical Society, 560 Kawaiaha‘o Street, Honolulu, United States

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