Bishop Museum Presents E Ulu A Pa‘a, an Online Fundraiser and Auction

# Bishop Museum Presents E Ulu A Pa'a, an Online Fundraiser and Auction

In lieu of its annual dinner, the online fundraiser gathers the community to support the mission of Bishop Museum

*Honolulu, Hawaiʻi* – Bishop Museum is proud to present E Ulu A Pa'a, a 10-day online fundraising auction in support of the museum's mission. The event, which will be held in lieu of the museum's annual fundraiser dinner, will celebrate the stories and people that have contributed to Bishop Museum's continued growth and will feature an astonishing selection of items for auction, from handcrafted pieces by Hawai'i artisans to exclusive Bishop Museum experiences and excursions. E Ulu A Pa'a will be held Aug. 19-29, 2021, online at BishopMuseum.cbo.io.

"For the past two decades, the Annual Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum Dinner has brought together our community to celebrate and support the legacy of the Museum. This year, we invite everyone to join us again online, for E Ulu A Pa'a," said Melanie Ide, Bishop Museum president and CEO. "The museum has chronicled the stories of our island home through some of our most defining moments. Even as we live through unprecedented times now, the museum's role as a primary resource for Hawai'i and the Pacific continues, and we hope that this online event will create a virtual space to support the museum's ongoing growth."

Participants will be able to bid online or via text on more than 230 curated experiences, vacation packages, and one-of-a-kind pieces of art and hand-crafted materials from some of the islands' most talented designers, artists and cultural practitioners. Items and experiences range in value from $20-$5,000, and will help raise critical funds so Bishop Museum can continue to serve its local and global community.

The "Bishop Museum Exclusives and Experiences" present a range of one-of-a-kind opportunities from private workshops with local artists and Native Hawaiian cultural practitioners, special access to Bishop Museum curators and collections, private dinners at the museum after-hours, to intimate journeys in the J. Watumull Planetarium with Hokule'a Navigators.

"To celebrate our community connections and talented local artists, this year we've partnered with Oʻahu-based artist, Mark ʻDevourʻ Visaya," said Amber Jacroux Bixel, Bishop Museum director of sales and events, and E Ulu A Paʻa fundraiser lead. "Mark created original artwork titled 'Unity' specifically for this year's event. As Mark explains, 'The inspiration for this piece was to convey the feeling of dedication and strength that communities express through difficult times and how, by working together, we can overcome any obstacle.'" A physical piece of the "Unity" design is included as an auction item, and the design is also highlighted throughout the event's collateral as well as on its webpage.

MEDIA OPPORTUNITY

Media are invited to a one-day an in-person viewing of select E Ulu A Paʻa auction items:

E Ulu A Paʻa In-person Auction Viewing Friday, August 27, 2021 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Bishop Museum Atherton Hālau

Please RSVP time of arrival with Lance Aquino via the contact information noted above.

Notable auction items and Bishop Museum Experiences include:

"Unity," Acrylic on Linen Canvas, by Mark "Devour" Visaya

The artist created this piece specifically for this year's E Ulu A Paʻa event. 18 x 24" original acrylic art on wrapped linen canvas.

Yellow Tahitian Shell Necklace, by Teanri Designs

Elegant yellow Tahitian shells on a 17-inch sterling silver chain. Teanri Designs was born several years ago with the inspiration of artist Nikki dela Fuentes' two grandfathers, who inspired her to see the world through art and nature.

Pāpale Lau Hala, Hat with Wavy Brim, by Pamela Lipscomb

Pamela Lipscomb wove this hat using the starting method that she learned from Aunty Betsy Astronomo at the 2002 ʻAha Pūhala o Puna conference in Hilo. Unlike most other topless hats, there is string inserted into the top edge so that there is a closer fit and more strength and stability. Made in Kailua, Kona.

"Arowana" Matted Print on Archival Paper, by Gary Draws Fish

Gary Draws Fish is an artist who is born and bred in Hawaiʻi. He has always had a fascination with the sea and the things that live in it. He shows us the fun and playful ways that he sees the ocean and its inhabitants. This piece comes with a pair of CHROMADEPTH® 3D glasses (paper) which can be used on the print for augmented reality type effects.

Watermark Kapa Pareu Collection by Kealopiko

In celebration of 10 years in business, Kealopiko created this design to honor the original Hawaiian clothing makers and their art, kapa.

Nā Kama Kai Family Beach Day Bundle

Includes a selection of sun safe Sport-Tek shirts and keiki rashguards, branded hats, and Aloha Modern microfiber towels.

Hawaii's Finest 'Ukulele & Concert Package

Kanikapila with you and your ʻohana with a unique Hawaii's Finest tenor 'ukulele and enjoy a live concert for four at an upcoming show by Hawaii's Finest. Concert tickets will be available for an upcoming Hawaii's Finest show. The 'ukulele is made of acacia wood (koa) with aquila strings and includes a carrying case.

Yellow Lei Hulu with Peacock herls (Feather Lei), by NOA Makaha

This yellow lei hulu feather lei, is done in the wili kāmoe style. It is made with dyed goose feathers and peacock herls.

"Swell Lines No. 16" Original Reclaimed Fishing Rope Artwork, by Ethan Estess

Made from marine debris collected off of Oʻahu by Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii and from reclaimed fishing rope from California.

Framed ʻAhu ʻUla by Kawika Lum

Feathers used include rooster - furnace, eggshell and red saddle, dyed black and red ringneck pheasant, dyed yellow and red goose, and dyed yellow marabou.

Historic Waikīkī Retreat - Two Night Stay at Moana Surfrider and Private Library & Archives Tour & 60,000 Hawaiian Airlines Miles

Enjoy a relaxing two-night stay with ocean view accommodations at Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa. Includes afternoon tea for two at The Veranda at The Beachhouse, featuring Victorian designs under a canopy of historic banyan trees. Private tour of rarely-seen treasures from Bishop Museum's Library & Archives for up to a group of six, led by the Museum's Historian DeSoto Brown. This exclusive package includes 60,000 Hawaiian Airlines miles.

Celebrating our Founding Collections—Nā Aliʻi Wahine

(Featured Bishop Museum Experience)

A behind-the-scenes tour with Ethnology and Library & Archives of Bishop Museum's founding collections of the aliʻi wahine: Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, Princess Ruth Keʻelikōlani, and Queen Emma Kaleleonālani.

Behind the Scenes Malacology Tour with NOHO Home ʻOpihi Comforter

(Featured Bishop Museum Experience + auction item)

Experience the most comprehensive collection of Hawaiian and Pacific Island land snails in the world, the inspiration for NOHO Home's ʻopihi comforter. The ʻopihi print honors the tradition of ʻopihi (limpet) picking and celebrates memories made along the coastlines growing up in Hawaiʻi.

To register for E Ulu A Pa'a, visit BishopMuseum.cbo.io.

Donations raise vital funds to ensure Bishop Museum can continue to protect, preserve, and perpetuate the rich cultural and natural heritage of our islands and the Pacific for generations to come.