Spectrum Hawaii; Mary Kawena Pukui: Restrospective

KHET · May 2, 1984

The first segment The Art of Paper Making With Marcia Morse explores the history and process of paper making. Marcia Morse of Temari, the center for Asian and Pacific Fiber Arts, demonstrates the process. The second segment explores Kabuki, the ancient method of Japanese entertainment being studied and performed at the University of Hawaii Manoa. Several professors are interviewed about the courses on movement, music, and dance offered for Kabuki performers, as well as, the set design, costume design, and makeup required for the performance. This episode explores the life and legacy of Hawaii's cultural guardian, Mary Kawena Pukui. The episode covers her early life, family history, and work to translate Hawaiian culture. Her adopted daughter, Eleanor Williamson, and research assistant, Patience Namaka Bacon, talk about her research and work at the Bishop Museum. The episode concludes with the celebration of the publication of her book Oleo No-Eau: Hawaiian Proverbs and Poetical Sayings. This item is part of the Pacific Islanders section of the AAPI special collection.