The Story of Hawaii

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Join Us for a Special Evening

We are delighted to invite our neighbors to an engaging presentation by noted map historian Bryant Neal, founder of the Story of Hawaii Museum Exhibit & Gallery.

Through historic maps, prints, documents and artifacts, Bryant will reveal how Hawaii was navigated, explored, recorded and understood across centuries.

This is more than a traditional talk. Bryant brings the collection to life through stories, conversation and a close-up look at remarkable pieces of Hawaii’s history.

Private Homeowner Event | 700 Office Rd, Kapalua, West Maui - Thursday 3rd September 5-7pm - RSVP only

What guests will discover

Explore Hawaii’s Story Through Maps

Polynesian Navigation
Discover how master navigators crossed the Pacific using the stars, ocean currents and the natural world.

Early European Exploration
See how Hawaii first appeared on European maps and how those early encounters changed the islands.
The Hawaiian Kingdom
Follow the formation of the Hawaiian Kingdom and the significant changes that followed.
Pearl Harbor and World War II
Explore maps and documents connected to one of the most consequential periods in Hawaii’s history.
Statehood and the Matson Era
Revisit the celebrated imagery of statehood and the golden age of travel to Hawaii.

Interactive exhibit section

Whether you're a resident, homeowner, business owner, or simply want to know more about the history of Hawaii, the evening will include a specially curated display of historic maps, vintage prints, documents and artifacts.

Bryant will be onsite throughout the event, guiding guests through the collection, sharing the stories behind individual pieces and answering questions.

Admission is free.

RSVP required (see sign up form below) due to limited seating.

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Meet the Speaker

Bryant Neal

Meet the Historian

Bryant Neal is a noted map historian and the founder of the Story of Hawaii Museum Exhibit & Gallery.

After moving to Maui in 1982, Bryant joined Lahaina Printsellers, where he served as vice president and developed a deep appreciation for antiquarian books, maps and prints. That experience inspired him to create a distinctive way of presenting Hawaii’s history, using original maps and documents as the visual framework for its story.

For more than three decades, Bryant has shared his knowledge and collection with residents, visitors, cultural organizations and private groups throughout Hawaii.

Private Event Details

Coldwell Banker

700 Office Rd, Kapalua, Maui, HI 96761

Date: Thursday 3rd September 2026

Time 5-7pm

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Join Us for a Special Evening

What guests will discover

Explore Hawaii’s Story Through Maps

Interactive exhibit section

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Bryant Neal

Meet the Historian

Private Event Details

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The Story of Hawaii

Join Us for a Special Evening

What guests will discover

Explore Hawaii’s Story Through Maps

Interactive exhibit section

Sign Up Now

Bryant Neal

Meet the Historian

Private Event Details

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