Expand your understanding of Hawaii’s first monarch, Kamehameha the Great, through a three-part series of lectures presented at the Lyman Museum at 7 p.m. on consecutive Monday evenings by kamaaina historian Boyd Bond. Expand your understanding of Hawaii’s first monarch,
Expand your understanding of Hawaii’s first monarch, Kamehameha the Great, through a three-part series of lectures presented at the Lyman Museum at 7 p.m. on consecutive Monday evenings by kamaaina historian Boyd Bond.
The Early Years (July 9) looks at Kamehamehas birth in the 1750s and his rise to power.
To Conquer and Unite: 1785-1805 (July 16) describes how the death of Kalaniopuu led eventually to the wars of conquest.
In Keeping the Peace, Growing the Kingdom: 1805-1819 (July 23), Boyd relates how Kamehameha dispersed the power of the alii warriors who helped him win the kingdom.
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joining Hawaii with the other island kingdoms of Maui Nui, Oahu and Kauai. During this period Kamehameha was supported by family members known as the Four Kona Uncles, and by two Englishmen, John Young and Isaac Davis.
In Keeping the Peace, Growing the Kingdom: 1805-1819 (July 23), Boyd relates how Kamehameha dispersed the power of the alii warriors who helped him win the kingdom, and used foreigners to provide the knowledge and technology he needed to compete in international trade.
Remaining true to his faith and traditions, yet mastering the ways of the westerners who came to his shores, Kamehameha upon his death left Hawaii one of the richest nations of the era. A
dmission for each program is $3; free for Museum members. Seating is limited to 65 persons. No tickets for presale; first-come, first-seated. Additional parking will be available at Hilo Union School.
