Virtual Programs
From the collection
From the Collection highlights Kona Historical Society’s archives, its historic sites, and people, places and things in our community. Viewers will discover unseen objects from the Society’s collections, learn how to care for family heirlooms, get behind-the-scenes sneak peeks of historic sites, and hear Kona stories.
Mondays with maile
Presented by Kona Historical Society and Maile Melrose, Mondays with Maile was virtual talk story program started in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. From the comfort of home you can join Maile as she shares Kona’s history, answers viewers’ questions and highlights resources found in the Society’s collections.
Click here to watch “Mondays with Maile”
In June 2020 this program was featured on Hawai’i Public Radio. Click here to read the transcript!
story time with the kona nightingales
Gather around your computer, phone, or tablet together to enjoy short stories about Kona’s unique history and heritage. Some of the books shared will transport viewers back to the past or take them down memory lane. Other selected books aim to spark curiosity, smiles, joy, and laughter. Many celebrate community, diversity and friendship.