Hawaii Cultural Preservation And The Arts

Hawaii’s rich cultural heritage is relayed to visitors and new generations alike through its museums, galleries, and cultural centers. Volunteers can work up front as docents and gallery greeters; those who prefer to remain behind the scenes can participate in always-needed office support.

East Hawaii Cultural Center, 141 Kalakaua St., Hilo, HI 96720 (☎808-961-5711; www.ehcc.org). Hosts art shows, concerts, and other cultural events, may need gallery sitters at one of its 3 public galleries.
Hawaii Theatre, 1130 N. Bethel St., Honolulu, HI 96813 (☎808-791-1314; www.hawaiitheatre.com). A historic landmark that looks for docents, backstage hands, gift shop attendants, and office help.
Hui Noeau Visual Arts Center, 2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao, Maui, HI 96768 (☎808-572-6560; fax 808-572-2750; www.huinoeau.com). Hui Noeau also sponsors visiting artists, offers classes, and leads painting, photography, printmaking, jewelry, woodworking, and ceramics workshops for all ages, and offers volunteer positions. Volunteer information can be attained by e-mailing info@huinoeau.com.
Iolani Palace, P.O. Box 2259, Honolulu, HI 96804 (☎808-522-0821; www.iolanipalace.org). Relies on volunteers to work in the gift shop, lead tours, and greet guests.
Japanese Cultural Center, 2454 South Beretania St., Honolulu, HI 96826 (☎808-945-7633; jcch.com/volunteers.asp). Seeks to educate the public about the Japanese-American experience in Hawaii. Many options from archival work and oral history transcription to gallery help and office work.

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