Even before Kamehameha I founded his kingdom, Native Hawaiians were traveling to distant ports and visiting far-off lands. ADVERTISING Even before Kamehameha I founded his kingdom, Native Hawaiians were traveling to distant ports and visiting far-off lands. Kanaka labor is
Even before Kamehameha I founded his kingdom, Native Hawaiians were traveling to distant ports and visiting far-off lands.
Kanaka labor is credited with helping to settle the northwest coast of North America, from fur trading to gold mining, and Hawaiians also participated in the U.S. Civil War.
But what would be sufficiently attractive to draw them away from paradise, and why would some choose to make their new homes permanent?
Hawaii Island historian Boyd D. Bond shares this little-known aspect of Hawaiian history during a presentation from 7-8:30 p.m. Monday at the Lyman Museum.
The nationally accredited and Smithsonian-affiliated Lyman Museum showcases the natural and cultural history of Hawaii.
Admission to this program is free to museum members, $3 for nonmembers; first come, first seated.
The museum is located at 276 Haili St. and open from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
For additional information, call 935-5021 or visit www.lymanmuseum.org.
