Friday, August 5, 2011

Honolulu, Hawaii

One City, Three Strategies:  Here's the Reader's Digest version of Honolulu Harbor's history laid our for pedestrians enjoying a waterfront stroll.  Maybe they've just been to the maritime museum or maybe they've just disembarked from a cruise ship.  [2011]

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Honolulu, Hawaii

One City, Three Strategies:  Too bad historical markers can't talk ,because anyone reading this one might not know how to pronounce the name of the spring that attracted settlement to this site.  Yes, the narrative tells you all about the spring.  So, why is there a picture of a church in the oval?  [2011]

Monday, August 1, 2011

Honolulu, Hawaii

One City, Three Strategies:  Waikiki Beach has a unique history, and a unique geometry.  What could be more appropriate for an archipelago of historical markers than a surfboard?  Prince Jonah Kuhio was destined for royal leadership until the monarchy fell in 1893.  [2011]