Capitol Modern - Hawaii State Art Museum First Friday - JANUARY 2025

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Capitol Modern - Hawaii State Art Museum First Friday - JANUARY 2025
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Type: Exhibit / Entertainment
Date: Friday - 1/3/2025
Time: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Location:
250 South Hotel Street, 2nd Floor
Honolulu, HI 96813
Phone: (808) 586-0307 or
586-0900
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Cost: Free

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FIRST FRIDAY JANUARY 2025

FRIDAY, JANUARY 3, 5:00 - 9:00 PM
FIRST FRIDAY
Aloha Got Soul presents "Mix Plate," a compilation of new music from emerging artists who call Hawai‘i home. Featuring Sierra Lucia, Royce Fisherman, JOBY!, Ragamuffs, and Lilikoi Blondie!

FIRST FRIDAY

FIRST FRIDAY
EVERY 1ST FRIDAY
JAN 3, 2025
• 5:00 PM
– 9:00 PM
Free, family-friendly evening of art and music at Capitol Modern. The Lēʻahi Gallery and our Sculpture Garden will also be open. Come visit and enjoy performances in the garden. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.

SCHEDULE
IN THE SCULPTURE GARDEN
5:00p-9:00pm | Aloha Got Soul presents "Mix Plate," a compilation of new music from emerging artists who call Hawai‘i home. Featuring Sierra Lucia, Royce Fisherman, JOBY!, Ragamuffs, and Lilikoi Blondie!

IN THE GALLERY
5:00pm-9:00pm | Ke Ao Lama (Enlightened World) Exhibits | ʻAi ā manō, Nā Akua Ākea: The Vast and Numerous Deities
ON THE GRAND LANAI
5:00pm - 9:00pm | Art+Flea Market and House of Bloom

ON THE FIRST FLOOR
5:00pm-9:00pm | MORI by Art+Flea Gift Shop

FEATURED ARTISTS

SIERRA LUCIA
Sierra Lucia is a Hawai‘i-based artist that describes her style as “a gentle mix of Soul, R&B and a little sprinkle of indie rock,” inspired by artists like Sabrina Claudio, BANKS, Lauryn Hill, Kings of Leon, RY X and rum.gold.
“Music has taught me to push through my fear of vulnerability and communication,” says Sierra Lucia. “It’s the only thing that has made me feel comfortable with the feeling of being uncomfortable.”

ROYCE FISHERMAN
Despite hours of fishing, and the last name "Fisherman", Royce could not catch a single fish on da island of O'ahu and moved to NYC to pursue his dreams of becoming a musician instead. Royce is making a splash both at home and across the continent with his punchy, powerful sound.

JOBY!
When he’s not catching waves, this 23 year old Native Hawaiian is rockin’ with his four piece band So Cherry. “JOBY!” enjoys blending diverse styles, such as indie, surf rock, and reggae, to create his own signature sound. JOBY! has released several tunes that encapsulates his feel-good, uplifting vibe.

RAGAMUFFS
Ragamuffs, the musical project of Hailey Fines, emerged in 2017 from Honolulu’s DIY scene, blending indie rock with bedroom pop. The name Ragamuffs, inspired by Selah Sue’s “Ragamuffin,” embodies kindness, passion, and the relentless pursuit of dreams—qualities that define Hailey’s music. A self-taught singer, songwriter, and producer, Hailey infuses her recordings and live shows with this genuine, relatable spirit. Her hazy sound, soft guitar riffs, and bright melodies evoke sweet nostalgia, drawing influence from artists like Paramore, Sara Bareilles, and Hippo Campus. Ragamuffs’ music seamlessly blends pop, folk, soul, and lo-fi, offering something for everyone.

LILIKOI BLONDIE
"Didn’t think you’d see a couple of 34 bangahs in here, did you?
On top of being Hawai’i's least-streamed industry plants, Lilikoi Blondie (Koa and Keana) makes club punk/alternative music that someone might possibly maybe kind of want to listen to."

CAPITOL MODERN EXHIBITIONS
CURRENT EXHIBITS

2024 WORLD AIDS DAY MEMORIAL QUILT EXHIBIT
Through Wednesday, December 18. Second floor ʻEwa Gallery. Free admission, Monday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

For more information on bringing a school group (or other large group), contact Shirley Lam at info@CapitolModern.org or (808) 586-0778.

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ʻAI Ā MANŌ
THROUGH JANUARY 4

NĀ AKUA ĀKEA
THROUGH JANUARY 4
HULA KIʻI
THROUGH DECEMBER 2024

Hula kiʻi is an ancient practice involving the use of a puppet and/or your own body to create images and share stories. Curated by the Hula Preservation Society.

HULA PRESERVATION SOCIETY

 SCULPTURE GARDEN
VIEW DETAILS VIRTUAL TOUR
Our ground floor Sculpture Garden has been transformed from its beginnings as a recreational area with a large swimming pool and bleachers into an urban oasis with pathways and nooks for reflection.

TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING
Public Transportation

•   TheBus – many bus routes stop directly in front of or very close to the museum. For routes and schedules, call TheBus at (808) 848-5555 or check online at www.thebus.org.

•   The Waikiki Trolley – the Red Line State Capitol/Iolani Palace Stop is a short walk from HiSAM. For more information, call the Waikiki Trolley at (808) 591-2561, or check online at www.waikikitrolley.com.

•   Biki Bikeshare – the closest Biki racks are directly in front of the building on South Hotel St. (120 Chinatown/DT – Hotel & Richards), and at the corner of Richards and South Beretania St (121 Chinatown/DT – Beretania & Richards).

•   Bicycle Racks – nearby Honolulu City & County bike racks are on South Hotel St. near Alakea St., on Richards St. near South Hotel St., and on the lawn between the Hawai‘i State Capitol building and Iolani Palace.

PARKING
There is no parking on site. Parking is available at nearby lots, including across Hotel street in the Ali‘i Place building (enter at 1099 Alakea Street, cash only, closes at 8:00PM), across Richards Street at Iolani Palace, the Kalanimoku Building, Kinaʻu Hale/Department of Health, State Capitol basement, Honolulu City Municipal Parking, and metered street parking in the area.

ACCESSIBLE PARKING
Free accessible parking stalls are available in these locations for persons with disabilities:

•   Iolani Palace grounds (one stall near the Richards Street exit, one stall near the State Archives building, and one stall near the gate leading to the State Capitol)

•   Ali‘i Place building parking structure (vehicle entrance at 1099 Alakea Street, pedestrian entrance/exit on South Hotel Street directly across from the Hawai‘i State Art Museum). 2 hour limit.

•   State parking lots allow metered spaces in those lots to be used as accessible parking, with a 2 hour limit. Nearby state parking lots include the State Capitol (415 South Beretania Street and Punchbowl Street), and the Kalanimoku Building (corner of Beretania Street and 1151 Punchbowl Street). For a full list of state government parking lots and a map, please visit the Automotive Management Division webpage. In order to use the spaces, vehicles must display the appropriate placard issued to individuals.
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Capitol Modern Exhibits

HAWAI‘I STATE ART MUSEUM EXHIBITS
Artworks on display in the Hawai‘i State Art Museum are from the Art in Public Places Collection of the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, or student art competitions (the Annual Hawai‘i Regional Scholastic Art Awards and Annual Young Artists of Hawai‘i). Most of the Art in Public Places Collection is on display in public buildings, including schools, libraries, and state offices. The collection can be viewed and searched online: Art in Public Places Catalog.

Click here for current exhibits and more exhibit details

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ABOUT THE HAWAII STATE MUSEUM

The Hawai'i State Art Museum is located in No. 1 Capitol Distric Building at 250 South Hotel Street. The building is situated in the historic Hawaii Capital Cultural District, across from 'Iolani Palace and the State Capitol. The museum is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. For more information on the Hawai'i State Art Museum call (808) 586-0900

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Phone: (808) 586-0307

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Capitol Modern - Hawaii State Art Museum First Friday - JANUARY 2025

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