ABOUT NATIONAL HERITAGE AREAS
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Click here for answers to some frequently asked questions.
The HCCC supports National Heritage Area recognition for the extraordinary cultural assets, historic sites, and living traditions found throughout the Kapalama/ Honolulu ahupua‘a.
Legislation to establish the Hawai‘i Capital National Heritage Area was introduced in the US Congress in early 2009.
National Heritage Areas are local community partnerships where residents, businesses, public agencies, and cultural groups plan and conduct programs that preserve and celebrate their unique cultural legacies.
National Heritage Areas provide access to funding for cultural programs, support local groups to tell their own stories their own way, generate economic benefits and enhance the quality of life for residents.
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LEARN MORE
S.359
"Hawai‘i Capital National Heritage Area Establishment Act"
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Panel discussion about
National Heritage Area and King Kamehameha Celebration on
‘Olelo NATV53
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On Rep. Cindy Evans' "Now What" program, Bill Ha‘ole, Kippen de Alba Chu, Kainoa Daines, and Dr. Trisha Keahulani Watson discuss the Hawai‘i Capital National Heritage Area and the King Kamehameha Day parade and ho‘olaulea to be held on June 12.
Program times:
5/3/10 - 9:30 am
5/4/10 - 8:00 pm
5/5/10 - 11:30 am
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"Economic Benefits of Heritage Tourism" Forum April 8, 2010
at the State Capitol
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HCCC Board Member, Mary Philpotts, was a panelist at a forum on the "Economic Benefits of Heritage Tourism" hosted by the Hawai‘i State Legislature Heritage Caucus (Rep Evans and Rep Ching, Co-Convenors) in partnership with Historic Hawai‘i Foundation.
Other panelists were Pono Shim, Dale Hahn, and Mike McCartney. The moderator was Ramsay Taum.
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HCCC Welcomes Dr. Trisha Kehaulani Watson as Outreach Coordinator
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In an effort to
further the outreach activities of HCCC, the Board recently brought on
board Dr. Trisha Kehaulani Watson. Dr. Watson a lifelong resident of
Hawai‘i, is an active member of the Native Hawaiian and
conservation communities. She is a member of the Papahānaumokuākea
Cultural Advisory Working Group and a member of the Humpback Whale
Sanctuary Advisory Council. She is also a member of many Native
Hawaiian organizations, including the Board of Directors of the
Hawaiian Civic Club of Honolulu, ‘Ahahui Ka‘ahumanu, Daughters of
Hawai‘i, the Native Hawaiian Bar Association and others. She has been
a Board Member of KaHEA and is currently a member of the Executive
Council for the Hawai‘i Restoration and Conservation Initiative. She
has a JD, including an environmental law certificate, and PhD in
American Studies. She lives in Papakōlea with her fiancé, Elmer Ka‘ai. |
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NHAs and Private Property
by Trisha Kehaulani Watson, JD, PhD
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Aloha mai!
I am very excited to come on board to support the HCCC. As a member of the Native Hawaiian community, I have a great appreciation for the opportunities this designation provides for the Honolulu ‘Ahupua‘a. This area has a tremendously rich history. I look forward to working with HCCC to help share this significant history with communities throughout Hawai‘i and the world.
As a strong supporter of Native Hawaiian self-determination, I can appreciate that a small minority of Hawaiians and private property owners have concerns about the impact this designation will have. I have personally looked closely at the laws and proposed legislation, and I am confident in saying that the concerns and allegations are unfounded. The General Accounting Office (GAO) conducted a study that showed that National Heritage Areas have no impact on private property. The report reads:
Despite concerns about private property rights, officials at the 24 heritage areas, Park Service headquarters and regional staff working with these areas, and representatives of six national property rights groups that we contacted were unable to provide us with a single example of a heritage area directly affecting-positively or negatively-private property values or use. http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d04593t.pdf)
This designation would bring much needed resources into the area. This is an opportunity to obtain funding for cultural and educational programs that can be developed to teach our keiki about the area's proud history. The fact that these funds come from the Park Service should not be confused as a jurisdictional issue. This is simply an opportunity to create jobs and culturally sound programs in our community that would otherwise continue to go unfunded. I strongly urge people to look at the many positive impacts this designation has had on the other 49 areas in the United States, especially for the cultures of native peoples and ethnic minorities.
We have completed a report about HCCC's progress. 2009 was a very successful year, and it is turning out to be a very exciting spring. There are new partnerships being developed every day, and I look forward to sharing our upcoming activities and programs with everyone soon! People should not forget that with designation comes a three-year planning process that allows our community to shape our collective future.
I encourage anyone with questions to contact me at watson@honuaconsulting.com or through HCCC at hcccinfo@hawaiicapitalculture.org. I would have happy to come discuss this wonderful opportunity with you or your organization.
Mālama pono,
Trisha Kehaulani Watson
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Hali‘imaile: HCCC Outreach Report Now Available Online |
The HCCC recently completed a review of the of the Hawai‘i Capital National Heritage Area public process and community outreach. The report is available on the HCCC website at: www.hawaiicapitalculture.org.
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Invitation to Participate on a HCCC Working Group
Aloha,
We would like to invite you to lend a hand with HCCC's working groups. Come participate in marketing, outreach, or any of HCCC's upcoming projects.
We are partnering with the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission to host a ho‘olaulea on the ‘Iolani Palace grounds in connection with the parade, June 12, 2010.
We are creating a progressive educational fundraiser for an inside view of historic treasures like 'Iolani Palace, Washington Place and Hawai'i Theatre Center (Late 2010).
Another goal is to work together on culture & arts activities in anticipation of APEC's (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) conference (November 2011).
Whether it's a special project that highlights your work or through marketing and outreach endeavors, we can better serve our communities and visitors by working in partnership on mutual cultural goals and enjoy the camaraderie.
We look forward to hearing from you and working together!
Mona Abadir,
HCCC Board President
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HCCC WORKING GROUPS
Community Outreach
Focus on relationship building and circulating information on the HCCC and its projects including the Hawai‘i Capital National Heritage Area.
Governance & Finance
Reviews and recommends appropriate HCCC policies and procedures for governance and accounting. Reviews the budget.
Board Nominations
Makes recommendations to board for new board members.
Marketing
Reviews, recommends and implements marketing for HCCC. Works in conjunction with other committees as needed.
Development
Identifies, recommends and implements a variety of both short and long-term strategies to obtain resources to support the organization and its projects.
Fundraising Events
Plans and implements fundraising events.
King Kamehameha Day Celebration
Work together with representatives from King Kamehameha Celebration Commission and ‘Iolani Palace to plan and implement the June 12, 2010 Ho‘olaulea.
APEC Project
Special project to plan collaborative activities and marketing that will "celebrate diversity in Hawai‘i through culture & the arts" in conjunction with the APEC meeting, November 2011.
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NHA Project Receives HTA 2010 Kukulu Ola: Living Hawaiian Culture Program Award
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The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority's Kukulu Ola: Living Hawaiian Culture program addresses the goal of the Hawaiian Culture Strategic Initiative "to honor and perpetuate the Hawaiian culture and community," as articulated in the Hawai'i Tourism Strategic Plan: 2005-2015 (TSP). The awards support programs that help to honor and preserve the Hawaiian culture, demonstrate collaborative efforts with a high degree of community support and involvement, exhibit depth and breadth of experience in performing similar work, and has an adequate plan for sustainability into the future. The HCCC is honored to receive an award in support of its "Hawai‘i Capital National Heritage Area Establshment" project.
We are also grateful for the following recent donations:
Honu Group Inc/Princeville Center, Ko Olina Center and
Ko Olina Station - $10,000
Kamehameha Schools - $3,000
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