UH Art Gallery
September 21 - November 30, 2008
Writing
with Thread
Southwest China, a region of topographic, climatic and human diversity,
is home to 31 of China's 56 ethnic groups. With over 500 of the finest
and historically significant objects on loan from Taiwan-based collector,
Huang Ying-feng, Writing with Thread celebrates the diverse and splendidly
woven and embroidered handicrafts of these peoples.
Writing with Thread will provide an arresting visual feast of exquisite
and rare costumes produced by 16 ethnic groups and nearly 100 subgroups.
Included are the Miao, Yi, Dong, Tujia, Shui, Li, Zhuang, Dai, Buyi, Yao,
Wa, and Zang. The exhibition will explore the meanings associated with
the production and use of ethnic clothing.
International Shoebox Sculpture Exhibition
The
10th Annual International Shoebox Sculpture Exhibition, March 1 -
April 9, 2009
Call for Artists - Deadline: August 29, 2008
Click to View
Prospectus.
The 9th International Annual Shoebox Sculpture | 2006
Online Catalog
East-West Center Gallery (Currently on Exhibit)
June 29 - September 5, 2008
Altogether:
Contemporary Papua New Guinea Art
Papua New Guinea gained its independence from Australia in 1975. This
historic event also marked the explosion of the contemporary art movement,
through which artists explored the visual interpretation of nationalism.
Artists began to conceptualize a new national identity through their art,
illustrating what it meant to be a Papua New Guinean as opposed to a clan
member. At this time in PNG history there was a concerted movement towards
nationhood and anticolonialism expressed in all forms of the arts. In
this supportive political and intellectual climate, indigenous writers,
sympathetic expatriate academics and leading Papua New Guineans encouraged
the development of contemporary visual arts.
This exhibit is organized into three chronological sections: The Early
Masters,The Centre for Creative Arts/National Art School Artists, and
New Art Forms/New Artists. In addition, customary utilitarian and ceremonial
art provides cultural context and illustrates the intangible spiritual
link of the contemporary to the past.
For more detailed information on the themes and approaches of the individual artists, click here to download a PDF brochure.
Hamilton Library (Currently on Exhibit)
Bridge
Gallery
July 1, 2008 - August 22, 2008
Mii Gusui, mimi-gusui,
Sustenance for the Eyes and Ears: Okinawan Performing Arts
This exhibit displays objects and photographs related to Okinawan music
and dance. A timeline of Okinawan music and dance at UHM and photographs
of UHM instructors are special features.
Phase
II Gallery
July 1, 2008 - August 22, 2008
Pioneers in Okinawan Studies at UH
This display honors seven individuals who have contributed to the study
of Okinawa at UH. They are: Shunzo Sakamaki, Frank Hawley, William Lebra,
Henry Nakasone, Mitsugu Sakihara, Robert Sakai, and Ruth Adaniya. Sponsored
by the Center for Japanese Studies
Asia
Collection
Ryukyu/Okinawa: Culture & Trade
In celebration of the July 1st Opening of the UHM Center for Okinawan
Studies, the Asia Collection Department has kicked off the new display
of "Ryukyu/Okinawa: Culture & Trade." Much like Hawaii,
Okinawa was a kingdom (Ryukyu Kingdom) until 1879. Situated among China,
Taiwan, South Korea, and the mainland Japan, the Ryukyu Kingdom flourished
because of trade. The display focuses on the flow of culture, ideas, and
people in and out of the Ryukyu Kingdom to Asia, Pacific & the Americas,
and Japan.
Special
Collections
Hiking
Hiking offers residents and visitors abundant opportunities to experience
Hawaii's unique natural environment. The state-run Na-Ala Hele program
manages a large network of publicly accessible trails throughout the islands
suitable for people of all levels from beginners to experienced hikers.
The current display showcases several of the hiking guidebooks available
in the Hawaiian Collection, describes a few convenient hikes on O'ahu,
offers some tips on basic hiking safety, and provides contact information
for local hiking organizations.
Upcoming
Exhibitions Calendar
Bridge Gallery & Phase II Gallery
September 8 - October 31, 2008
Ancient Customs, Ancient Stories: Lampung Ceremonial Textiles and Objects
On permanent exhibit is the museum's starter collection,
which represents the University of Hawai'i's special interests in Asia
and the Pacific region and is largely contributed by the late John Young,
whose vision for a University museum was the inspiration for the project.
The Waikiki Aquarium, founded in 1904, is the third
oldest public aquarium in the United States. A part of the University
of Hawaii since 1919, the Aquarium is located next to a living reef on
the Waikiki shoreline.
