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The Hawai'i Army Museum Society is a non-profit organization supporting the U.S. Army Museum of Hawaii with the development and maintenance of the museum galleries and exhibits.
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09/18/2020

Happy Birthday to the U.S. Air Force!!!#HiARMY #hiarmymuseumsoc #armymuseum #hiarmymuseum

09/07/2020

Wishing everyone a great holiday! #hiarmymuseum #hiarmymuseumsoc

08/22/2020

The Go For Broke Spirit

Please help our friend and author, Shane Sato, identify the people in his photo. Any assistance you could provide would greatly appreciated.

Tokio & Suye Ueyama opened Bunkado, a gift shop after returning home from being incarcerated during WWII. Now, 74 years after it opened, the store is owned and operated by Tokio and Suye’s niece, Irene Tsukada Simonian who sent us this photo along with this story.

If you know the family of the person in the photo in the video, contact us at [email protected]

08/15/2020

As we approach the 75th Anniversary of the end of WWII, we applaude the USS Missouri for the key role she played. Her lasting fame rests not on her awesome firepower, but her role as a peacemaker. It was on her upper deck that Japan formally surrendered to the Allied Powers on September 2, 1945 to end WWII. Help us commemorate this epic moment by shopping at the US Army Museum of Hawaii Museum Store for you USS Missouri memorabilia.

08/12/2020

The U.S. Army Museum of Hawaii opened 1976 shortly after the Hale Koa Hotel opened.

Back in time... to 1975
Fort DeRussy and the Hale Koa Hotel as it prepared to open with Honolulu in the background. Please share any photos or stories you may have during these times, we'd love to hear them.
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#halekoahotel #AFRCResort #hawaii #waikiki #history

08/06/2020

Ernie Pyle Tribute Video

One of America's best known journalists, Ernie Pyle, celebrated his 120 birthday this past week. Help the Ernie Pyle Legacy Foundation perpetuate and celebrate his extraordinary life and legacy.

To learn more about this Pullitzer Prize winner watch:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHCsgoull3Q&feature=youtu.be

Each year, the Ernie Pyle Legacy Foundation celebrates National Ernie Pyle Day on August 3rd, Ernie’s birthday to honor his outstanding achievements and expe...

05/26/2020

Hoping everyone had a great Memorial Day Weekend! Please continue to stay vigilant by washing your hands, wearing your mask, and social distancing.

05/01/2020

American Story: Japanese American WWII Soldiers and the Congressional Gold Medal

Please watch the video and help us to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Their sacrifice, loyalty, heroism and patriotism will never be forgotten! Once the guarantine is lifted, don't forget to visit the U.S. Army Museum of Hawaii to learn more about the 442nd/100th "Purple Heart" Battalion. Admission is free!

04/15/2020

Ernie Pyle was a world reknown war correspondent/journalist who won over the hearts of soldiers and the American public with simple, honest straightforward approach to storytelling. On the anniversary of his death, learn more about this American icon:

https://hiarmymuseumsoc.org/war-corresponden…alist-ernie-pyle/

#ErniePyleLegacyFoundation #HAMS #USArmyMuseumofHawaii #HawaiiArmyMuseumSociety

04/10/2020

Have you ever wondered how a dog becomes a Military Working Dog (MWD)? Click her to learn more about these four legged heroes:
https://hiarmymuseumsoc.org/a-history-of-mil…orking-dogs-mwds/

#MWD #MilitaryWorkingDogs #HAMS #USArmyMuseumofHawaii #HawaiiArmyMuseumSociety

04/10/2020

We know everyone is going a little stir crazy with the Stay Home order, but don't forget to not only social distance yourself, but wash your hands frequently, avoid touching your face, and stay home if you feel sick. All of this will help to get our lives back to normal. Any small part you can do, can make a difference!

04/08/2020

What makes a good Military Working Dog? How are they selected? And how long have they being supporting our soldiers? To learn more about Military Working Dogs (MWDs), select the link below:

https://hiarmymuseumsoc.org/a-history-of-mil…orking-dogs-mwds/

#MWDs #HAMS #USArmyMuseumofHawaii #HawaiiArmyMuseumSociety

04/01/2020

April 5th, 2020 is National Go For Broke Day commemorating a group of soldiers who not only sacrificed for this country, but changed our world for the better. They are part of our greatest generation!!

To learn more about these courageous men, click here: https://hiarmymuseumsoc.org/the-go-for-broke-battalion/

#442 #GoForBroke #HAMS #USArmyMuseumofHawaii #HawaiiArmyMuseumSociety

03/25/2020

The "Rosie the Riveter" Campaign inspired women to help in the war effort in a multiple of ways. Read how this campaign played an integral part in helping with the war effort and changing the American workforce forever!

Learn more by visiting: https://hiarmymuseumsoc.org/how-rosie-inspired-women-to-serve/

#Rosie the Riveter #WAAC #WAC #HAMS #USArmyMuseumofHawaii #HawaiiArmyMuseumSociety

03/18/2020

Will the real "Rosie the Riveter" please stand up? There have been countless women identified as Rosie the Riveter but who really was the face that inspired the poster?

To learn more, visit: https://hiarmymuseumsoc.org/who-was-the-face-of-rosie-the-riveter/

#Rosie the Riveter #HAMS #USArmyMuseumofHawaii #HawaiiArmyMuseumSociety

03/18/2020

There have been countless women identified as Rosie the Riveter but who really was the face that inspired the poster?

To learn more about the real Rosie the Riverter, click here: https://hiarmymuseumsoc.org/?p=75891

#Rosie the Riveter #HAMS #USArmyMuseumofHawaii #HawaiiArmyMuseumSociety

03/14/2020

Who was Rosie the Riveter? Find out about an American icon and legend Rosie the Riveter. Learn how she shaped the idea of women in the workforce and helped to win the war.

To learn more, visit: https://hiarmymuseumsoc.org/we-can-do-it-campaign/

#Rosie the Riveter #HAMS #USArmyMuseumofHawaii #HawaiiArmyMuseumSociety

03/11/2020

Who was Rosie the Riveter? Find out about an American icon and legend Rosie the Riveter. Learn how she shaped the idea of women in the workforce and helped to win the war.

To learn more, visit: http://bit.ly/2WcRHFV

#Rosie the Riveter #HAMS #USArmyMuseumofHawaii #HawaiiArmyMuseumSociety

HAMS is so proud to have you as a Trustee. Thank you for your service!!

03/10/2020

HI Now

HAMS is so proud to have you as a Trustee. Thank you for your service!!

Ozawa believes that we should accept every experience life gives and to celebrate each and every moment for what it is.

#HINow #SomethingExtra

02/26/2020

As we approach Women in History Month, HAMS is tipping its hat to those angels who selflessly served our troops for over 30 years..the Red Cross Supplemental Recreational Activities Overseas (SRAO) program, more fondly referred to as “Donut Dollies.” Click here to read more about these amazing women. #Donut Dollies #HAMS #USArmyMuseumofHawaii #HawaiiArmyMuseumSociety

02/26/2020

02/17/2020

Don Stratton, 1 of 3 remaining crew from USS Arizona, dies at 97

Don Stratton, who escaped a burning USS Arizona by making a harrowing hand-over-hand climb across a rope to an adjacent ship on Dec. 7, 1941, died Saturday, leaving just two living survivors of the famed battleship.

02/12/2020

Follow our blog to find out about 5 interesting facts about Vietnam .#Vietnam #HAMS #USArmyMuseumofHawaii #HawaiiArmyMuseumSociety

01/29/2020

Author Cheryl Sweet, War Letters; A Tour in 'NAM' shares a collection of loves letters from the Vietnam War. The letter selected gives a reflection of the times; the frustration, the hope and the promise of a future. In the spirit of Valentine's Day we'd like to share a selection with you in the coming weeks.

https://bit.ly/2t5RPe3

#Loveletters #HAMS #USArmyMuseumofHawaii #HawaiiArmyMuseumSociety

01/25/2020

The Go For Broke Spirit

If your in the Denver area, please support this exhibition the weekend of Feb 16th!! You won’t be disappointed.

The “Go For Broke Spirit” is humbled to have the Go For Broke National Education Center’s "Portraits of Courage" exhibition travel to History Colorado. It will be shown until Feb 16th weekend and we hope that you can see the exhibit which includes all the portraits I photographed of the Denver area veterans. We wanted to especially thank Go For Broke National Education Center who wrote the grant that allowed us to come out and photograph as well as interview these men…many of whom have passed on in 2019. We hope you will enjoy these portraits as much as I did creating them.
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Mahalo,
Shane
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History Colorado
1200 Broadway
Denver, CO, 80203

https://www.historycolorado.org/exhibit/portraits-courage-photographs-shane-sato

01/20/2020

MLK was an minister, activist, civil right leader, grammy award winner and more. Click on the link to see some interesting facts about the inspiration behind America's civil rights movement.

https://hiarmymuseumsoc.org/mlk-day/

#MLK #HAMS #USArmyMuseumofHawaii #HawaiiArmyMuseumSociety

01/17/2020

Artifacts within the U.S. Army Museum of Hawaii tell a story of all the pomp and circumstance happening in the early 40's. Wheeler Air Field was no exception. The Galaday Program highlights a days activity, but historians have identified how it could have played a part in the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Click on the link to find out about the story behind the Galady Program. bit.ly/38bHwnG #GaladyProgram #HAMS #USArmyMuseumofHawaii #HawaiiArmyMuseumSociety

12/13/2019

If you're looking for last minute #holiday #giftideas, look no further! We've got you covered with everything from Aloha Shirts and Baseball Caps to Military Coins. Check out our Apparel, Collectibles, and more at: https://store.hiarmymuseumsoc.org/

#HIArmyMuseum #HIArmyMuseumSociety #Aloha #ArmyHistory #HawaiiArmyHistory #HolidayGiftIdeas

12/12/2019

Bill

The staff at the Hawaii Army Museum are terrific to deal with.

12/11/2019

Two CA soldiers pose at loading table with 16 inch shell at Battery Hatch. Late 1930s.

Battery Hatch’s guns were sufficient to cover the waters all around the island except for Oahu’s easternmost point, Makapuu Head.

#HistoricPhoto #USArmyHistory #HawaiiArmyHistory #WednesdayInspiration

11/29/2019

We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! And now...it's time to get ready for Christmas! Looking for a some good BFCM deals?

Visit our online store! You'll find plenty of great gift ideas, like this Women of World War II Towel! Take a look and let us know what you think!

https://store.hiarmymuseumsoc.org/collections/accessories/products/women-of-world-war-ii-towel

11/27/2019

Here's your Wednesday inspiration!

Fort Shafter was the first permanent U.S. Army post in Hawaii. In 1921, it became the Headquarters of the Hawaii Department, and has remained the senior Army headquarters in Hawaii ever since. From 1921 through World War II, it was also an antiaircraft artillery post.

#FortShafter #USArmyHistory #ArmyHistory #HistoricPhotography #HawaiiArmyMuseumSociety #Oahu #WWII #WWIIHistory #Artillery

11/26/2019

"The Go For Broke Spirit" book trailer

Don't forget to shop early and get a your copy of Shane Sato's book, "The Go For Broke Spirit". We have signed copies from the author. It would make a wonder Christmas gift! You have them in store or on line at hiarmymuseumsoc.org.

Shane Sato has spent the past 15+ years photographing Japanese American WWII veterans. Pre-order his book via Kickstarter ! http://kck.st/2xUTsfk Find out mo...

11/26/2019

Shane, Thank you for keeping their memory alive. Their sacrifice is inspiring for generations to come.

At “The Go For Broke Spirit” we try not to list all the inevitable obituaries. But this week we have an exception as we had two major passings… Legendary Wat Misaka, who I got to know the past few years, visiting him in Salt Lake City, and hearing his stories about basketball and bowling. In case you did not know he won 2 collegiate basketball titles, was drafted by the New York Knickerbockers, and was the first to break the color barrier in what would later become the NBA. He came out to Los Angeles to support my book and the SOLT event in 2018, I will always be grateful for that and it was an honor to know him as well as take his portrait. His image is the 1st one in the 2nd book (Portraits of Legacy).

On the cover of the 2nd book Dr. Dick Momii also passed on last week. As he arrived to the shoot he was reluctant to be part of the project and to be photographed. Trying to make him feel more at ease I asked him what his hobbies were. He said he liked to box in his youth, so I asked him to “give me a punch” Already not too happy he gladly obliged !! …. the shoot went smoothly after that, and his image ultimately became the cover of the Portraits of Legacy. I will always remember these men and I hope that you enjoy the images in the book. I will always be sharing their “Go For Broke Spirit”

Shane

11/25/2019

Would you rather be shopping online for Holiday Gifts than working today?

Procrastinate an hour or two in our store! We've got plenty of one-of-a-kind gift ideas, like this We Can Do It (Rosie Riveter) Mug! Check out the link below to start holiday gift shopping before December 1st!

https://store.hiarmymuseumsoc.org/collections/drinkware/products/we-can-do-it-rosie-riveter-mug

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2131 Kalia Rd.
Honolulu, HI
96815

General information

Founded in 1976, the Hawaii Army Museum Society (HAMS) is a 501(c)(3) charitable, not-for-profit organization.

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	10:00 - 17:00
Thursday	10:00 - 17:00
Friday	10:00 - 17:00
Saturday	10:00 - 17:00

Telephone

(808) 955-9552

Website

www.hiarmymuseumsoc.org

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Videos

2019 Ihe Award Recipient - John Henry Felix, PhD

Congratulations to John Henry Felix, PhD for being the Hawaii Army Museum Society's 2019 Ihe Award Recipient. We thank you for your dedication and commitment to the veterans, military and Hawaii community for the past 80 years. Your are the best of what Hawaii has to offer! Mahalo nui loa for your continued support and we hope you will be with us for another 80 years!!

Mahalo to all of the players and sponsors who joined us for a day of golf Friday, June 21, 2019 supporting the 38th Annual Herbert E. Wolff Memorial Golf Tournament!!! Your support ensuring HAMS' mission to preserving the U.S. Army Museum of Hawaii is continued is so deeply appreciated and there are no words to express our gratitude. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts and hope to see you next year!!! Without you it wouldn't have been such a great success!!! Mahalo nui loa #Hawaii Army Museum Society #HAMS

Mahalo to all our volunteers who supported the event last Friday!! We couldn't do it without your continued help and support!!! Because of you, this event continues to be a success for the past 38 years!!!

Congratulations to all of our tournament winners at the 38th Annual Herbert E Wolff Memorial Golf Tournament!!!

Shemagh Desert Scarf Demonstration

Have you ever wondered how to put on a Shemagh Tactical Desert Scarf? Eric Yonamine, Museum Store Staff, will demonstrate.

Hawai’i Army Museum Society(HAMS)

The Hawai’i Army Museum Society, HAMS, was founded by military veterans and patriotic members of the Honolulu community. Chartered in 1976 as a not-for-profit corporation, HAMS led the effort to turn Battery Randolph into the U.S. Army Museum of Hawaii. Forty two years later, HAMS continues in its mission to support the museum by funding the development and maintenance of its galleries and exhibits.

Donald L. MacGregor, a Trustee Emeritus on the HAMS board, was a founding member of HAMS and wrote, “It was started by four of us. I was President of First Interstate Bank of Hawaii(now part of First Hawaiian), Bill Rowland, former President of Hawaiian Telephone, the Regional Manager of Braniff Airlines (name unknown), and the Commanding General at Ft. Shafter, MG Thomas U. Greer. In the early days, there wasn’t too much in the way of exhibits and so to help keep it operating, a loan was made to HAMS of $20,000. With the help of another Board member, Walter Tagawa, I was able to arrange a fine art sale in downtown Honolulu. It was highly successful and from the proceeds, the load was paid in addition to adding a nice sum of money to HAMS working capital. MG Herbert E Wolff succeeded MG Greer as Commanding General of U.S. Army Hawaii (USARHAW). He did absolutely a fantastic job, and I believe. is largely responsible for what the museum is today.”

The U.S. Army Museum of Hawai’i is operated by the U.S. Army Garrison, Hawaii and serves both the military and civilian communities. The Museum is authorized and certified by the Commanding General, U.S. Army Center of Military History.