FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 23, 2018CONTACTS:Kiersten Faulkner
Executive Director
Historic Hawaii Foundation
808-523-2900
Kiersten@historichawaii.org
www.historichawaii.org

Andrea Nandoskar
Education Program Manager
Historic Hawai‘i Foundation
808-523-2900
Andrea@historichawaii.org

HISTORIC PRESERVATION ACHIEVEMENTS APPLAUDED AT 44th ANNUALPRESERVATION HONOR AWARDS CELEBRATION ON MAY 23
Robert J. Schleck, Past Director and Curator of Wai‘oli Corporation on Kaua‘i to Receive
10th Annual Frank Haines Award for Lifetime Achievement
Historic Hawai‘i Foundation will honor exemplary achievements in the field of historicpreservation at a ceremony and celebration at Fuller Hall & Courtyard, YWCA Laniakea in
Honolulu on May 23, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This special event will include
presentation of the Honor Awards and a reception in the outdoor courtyard.

The annual Preservation Honor Awards offer the local community an opportunity to share,recognize and applaud excellence in historic preservation in the Hawaiian Islands. Presented
annually since 1975, the awards bring together architects, contractors, planners, developers,
historians, archaeologists, landowners and others who contribute to preservation projects.
Kelly Simek of KHON2 will serve as host. Tickets for members of Historic Hawai‘i Foundation
are $50.00 per person; General Admission is $60.00. Event sponsorships are available. To
purchase tickets or learn more about sponsorship packages, please visit www.historichawaii.org
or call the HHF office at 808- 523-2900.
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“Since 1974 HHF has committed itself to the preservation of places that help tell Hawaii’s
unique, multifaceted and fascinating story,” states Pat Griffin, chairperson of the Awardscommittee. “One happy pleasure in fulfilling that mission is our annual celebration of others’
success in completing exemplary preservation projects. This year’s dedicated committee
reviewed numerous efforts to repair and rehabilitate buildings and objects, interpret historicalsites, prepare manuals for appropriate maintenance techniques, and more. The committee waswell pleased with the quality of work we reviewed that is taking place around the state.”
The awards ceremony will include presentation of the 10th Annual Frank Haines Award toRobert J. Schleck, Past Director of Wai‘oli Corporation, Kaua‘i.
Schleck has been involved in the preservation of Wai‘oli Mission House, Grove Farm and otherhistoric sites on Kaua‘i since 1971 when he began working for Miss Mabel Wilcox, thebenefactor who directed her family home and other historic buildings be left as museums for thepublic upon her death. Since that time, Schleck has helped to preserve the culture, buildings,
landscape and lifestyle of numerous sites around the island, including the restoration of Wai‘oliMission House in 1997, the ahupua‘a of Lepeuli, the plantation and immigrant stories of Grove
Farm, as well as the Farm’s sugar plantation locomotive collection in Līhu‘e. He also helped
initiate the Sugar Plantation Locomotive Interactive Learning Park. The project, which iscurrently underway, was awarded a Grant in Aid from the Hawai‘i State Legislature in 2017.
Schleck served as the project supervisor of the historic Kaua‘i County Building restoration inLīhu‘e which began in 1982 and spanned 22 years. He also served as president of the Hawai‘iMuseums Association, a board member of the Kaua‘i Historical Society and Līhu‘e Cemetery.
He is the author of the book, “The Wilcox Quilts in Hawai‘i”.
The Haines Award was established in 2009 and named for master architect Frank Haines,
FAIA. It is presented to individuals who have demonstrated sustained and outstandingachievements in the areas of preserving the significant historic and cultural places of Hawai‘i.

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The Haines Award headlines the annual ceremony, which also includes Preservation HonorAwards in four categories:
Preservation Award: specific projects that preserved, rehabilitated or restored a historic
propertyPreservation Commendation: organizations or government agencies that engaged inadvocacy, educational, programmatic or other activity supporting preservation efforts, eitherfor a specific historic property or through a broad-based programAchievements in Interpretive Media: a printed publication or visual presentation thatinterpreted the history, preservation or physical characteristics of a historic propertyIndividual Achievement: individuals that engaged in advocacy, educational, programmatic,or other activity supporting preservation efforts, either for a specific historic property orthrough a broad-based program

The ceremony also includes Anniversary Recognitions, in celebration of the rich history of thekama‘āina companies, organizations and institutions that are an important and integral part of thesingular culture of the Hawaiian Islands.

The following honorees will be recognized this year:

Preservation Award Category:Battleship Missouri Memorial Preservation of Superstructure and Bridges, Pearl
Harbor, O‘ahu: Comprehensive repairs and preservation to the exterior of the Battleship
Missouri Memorial’s superstructure above the 05 level, including the forward fire control
tower, forward stack, and forward mast. It was the largest repair and preservation effort
to take place on the battleship since the ship was decommissioned in 2010 and returns itto her former glory, helping to educate present and future generations about her historicrole in times of peace and war.

Ford Island Building 39 Window Restoration, Pearl Harbor, O‘ahu: All of theoriginal 1932 steel multi-lite pivot industrial windows of Building 39, a former engine-more-

and aircraft overhaul shop, were restored. The shop has served an important function innational conflicts since World War I. Because this project was not required to be AT/FP
compliant, the original windows were retained and restored, rather than replaced, inaccordance with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards, helping to preserve thebuilding’s integrity.
Fort Shafter Building 112 at Palm Circle Rehabilitation, O‘ahu: An exemplary modelof preservation, this project rehabilitated the building’s character-defining features,completed structural improvements and enabled the building to be repurposed as dental
facilities and offices. The building received LEED Silver certification for its energy use
and environmental design.

Fort Shafter Building 339 Rehabilitation, O‘ahu: Historic features, such as the gable
roof and original windows, were preserved and the building’s interior was made usefulfor current needs. The upper floors of the building were converted into office space andthe single-story warehouse is now a medical facility.

Center for Labor Education and Research, University of Hawai‘i, West O‘ahuIsami Enomoto Labor Murals Preservation: Awarded for the restoration, relocation,and re-installation of five ceramic murals created in 1961 by artist Isami Enomoto thatvividly capture the rise of the labor movement and the Democratic working class. The
murals were restored beautifully and relocated to the Center for Labor Education andResearch, University of Hawai‘i, West O‘ahu, an impactful, publicly accessible location.

Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Service Building Rehabilitation,Kīlauea, Kaua‘i: Meticulous detail was given to preserve the windows, interior finishes
and other character-defining features of this historic building, while updating thebuilding’s infrastructure to current industry codes.

Kona Coffee Living History Farm Farmhouse Roof Rehabilitation, Kona, Hawai‘i:
The roof replacement protected the farmhouse from damage by rain leakage and termite-more-infestation. Through the use of appropriate materials and rehabilitation strategies,attention was given to retain an aged and used appearance, maintaining the historic
integrity of the farmhouse.
Kunia Village Housing Development Rehabilitation, Kunia, O‘ahu: The former
plantation camp was rehabilitated to provide low-income housing to farm workers andtheir families. The goal of providing housing was met in two ways: the rehabilitation ofexisting housing (45 historic homes) and the construction of 37 new homes designed tobe compatible with the historic ones. All sewer, water and electrical lines to therehabilitated houses were replaced and a pump house was installed to increase waterpressure to all 83. This project is an exemplary master plan for plantation housing
rehabilitation.

Makapu‘u Lighthouse Preservation, Makapu‘u, O‘ahu: Restoration of theLighthouse’s exterior, including the roof, door panel and ladder rails, following theSecretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties to ensure its
continued operational use by the U.S. Coast Guard. The project overcame the challengesof difficult access conditions, high winds, and being located in a high-profile area
frequented by thousands of kama‘āina and visitors on a daily basis.

Pacific Aviation Museum Midway Murals Preservation, Pearl Harbor, O‘ahu:
Preservation of six murals painted by Victor Nels Solander depicting Naval Air Station
Midway Islands during World War II. Through meticulous cleaning, repair and researchof these murals, this project provides a visual record of one of the most pivotal battle sites
in the world and helps to honor the sacrifice and courage of the men who fought there.

Schofield Barracks Macomb Gate Rehabilitation, O‘ahu: Awarded for the cleaning,
repair, and painting of the two concrete guard buildings, concrete wall extensions anddecorative features of the Gate. Macomb Gate represents one of the first of severalstructures built in the Art Deco style of the 1930s by the 3rd Engineers Division and is
one of two entrances to Schofield Barracks, the largest Army base outside of thecontinental United States.
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Schofield Barracks Quad B (Buildings 156, 157 and 158): This project preserved
original architectural features of Quad B—its fenestration pattern, historic window anddoor types, decorative eaves and concrete roads inside the central courtyard. Interiorliving quarters were updated with larger rooms, energy efficient air conditioning andsolar power, adapting the building to contemporary needs.

Tripler Army Medical Center Building 220 Rehabilitation, Honolulu, O‘ahu: The
project restored the building’s original Mission-style clay tile roof and other original
design features and enabled the building to be repurposed as functional office space for
medical interns.

Washington Place Galleries Rehabilitation & Restoration, Honolulu, O‘ahu:
Rehabilitation and restoration of the 1920s second floor structure, removal of thescreened porch addition, and restoration of historic site lighting fixtures, gate posts anddoor hardware. The structural improvement enables the second floor to be open to thepublic for group classes, lectures, and viewing of historic artifacts in four gallery rooms.
Completion of these four restoration projects was a significant step in meeting the overallrestoration and preservation goals of the property envisioned by Queen Lili‘uokalani.

YWCA Laniākea ‘Ewa Wing Façade and Roof Restoration, Honolulu, O‘ahu:
Awarded for exterior repairs and restoration of the balconies, balustrades, railing androofing of the ‘Ewa Wing. Aesthetically, the façade of Café Julia and the courtyard isgreatly enhanced, with balcony metalwork and concrete repaired and the entire wall fully
repainted. Safety concerns have been addressed through improvements to the balustradesystem, roof and railings, along with concrete and plaster repairs.

Preservation Commendation Category:E Ala Pa‘aiau Fishpond Restoration, ‘Ewa, O‘ahu: A community effort to restore one ofthe last remaining loko i‘a (fishponds) in Keawalau o Pu‘uloa. By working together toremove invasive plants and restore the fishpond's walls, community stakeholders and-more-neighbors realized the values and goals that they share in common. Some residents
rediscovered old family relationships. This project not only helped to preserve Loko Pa‘aiau,
built more than 600 years ago, it also resulted in a sense of healing and renewal for acommunity.
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Concrete, Masonry and Metal Structures Repair andMaintenance for Historic Facilities Manual, O‘ahu: This Manual is intended to assist
facility managers, planners, architects, officers and maintenance supervisors at various
divisions, including, but not limited to, NAVFAC Hawaii EV5 and Capital Improvements, inperforming repair and maintenance projects for historic concrete, masonry, and metalstructures. A primary objective of this document is to optimize project review andconsultation time by the NAVFAC Hawai‘i EV5 team.

Achievements in Interpretive Media Category:
“The History of Leprosy/Hansen's Disease in Hawaii: Significant People, Events &Dates” Booklet, Kalaupapa, Moloka‘i: This sixteen-page timeline is significant as aninclusive history of leprosy/Hansen’s disease and of Kalaupapa. It includes notable dates
associated with the historic figures of Father Damien and Mother Marianne, as well aslesser-known events, such as the accomplishments of people who were sent to Kalaupapa
and the visits made by members of the royal family who were involved in improving thelives of people affected by leprosy. Personal photographs enhance the historical timeline.

Honolulu Hale Through The Times Exhibit, Honolulu, O‘ahu: Illustrates the historyand architectural evolution of the City & County Honolulu Hale Building since it wasconstructed in 1928. The exhibit documents and helps to encourage public appreciationof this significant Honolulu landmark. It is also a fine example of partnership between theCity, State Historic Preservation Division and private firms for historic preservation.

Honouliuli Internment Camp Educational Exhibit, Waipahu, O‘ahu: Contributes tothe education of the public about a crucial piece of Hawaii's history and JapaneseAmerican history that is often overlooked. The exhibit tells the story of the Camp through-more-an interactive, multi-sensory environment, that helps visitors, especially the youngergeneration, imagine on a more personal level the struggle that Japanese-Americans faced
during World War II and be reminded of a past that should not be repeated.
WWII Kīlauea Detainment Camp Wayside Exhibits, Hawai‘i Volcanoes NationalPark, Hawai‘i: Three interpretive waysides that highlight the history of the JapaneseAmerican incarceration and detainment at Kīlauea during World War II, providing onsite information for daily visitors. The waysides highlight the unique experiences ofJapanese-Americans living on Hawai‘i island who were isolated from the immediate
impacts of the bombing of Pearl Harbor, yet caught up in the nationwide fear, racial
prejudice, and hysteria against people of Japanese ancestry.

Individual Achievement:
John B. Williams, Architecture & Preservation Volunteer: Awarded for his tirelessefforts to complete preservation projects for Docomomo US-Hawai‘i, Historic Hawai‘iFoundation, and American Red Cross of Hawai‘i through research, documentation andsharing the history, art and architecture of Hawai‘i.

Mikio "Miki" Izu, Docent and Volunteer, Kona Historical Society: For the past threedecades, Miki Izu has contributed hundreds of hours of service every year to KonaHistorical Society and its two Smithsonian-affiliated museums and historic sites. A giftedstoryteller, consultant, woodworker and carpenter, he has helped restore historicbuildings at the Farm and bring Kona’s unique culture to life, particularly through hisability to engage and communicate with visitors.

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175 YEARS Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, O‘ahu
150 YEARS Christ Church Episcopal, Kealakekua, Hawai‘i Island (2017)
125 YEARSBishop Museum Press, O‘ahu

100 YEARS ‘Aiea Taiheiji Soto Mission, O‘ahu
 Armed Services YMCA of Honolulu, O‘ahu (2017)
 Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs, Statewide
 Commanding General's House 227 at Schofield Barracks, O‘ahu
 Consolidated Theaters, O‘ahu (2017)
 Hale‘iwa Koshoji Shingon Mission, O‘ahu
 Hāmākua Jodo Mission, Hawai‘i Island Hanahau‘oli School, O‘ahu
 Hawaiian Civic Club of Honolulu, O‘ahu
 Hawai‘i Nurses Association, Statewide (2017) Hilo Taishoji Soto Mission Building, Hawai‘i Island Honpa Hongwanji Betsuin Temple Building, O‘ahu
 Lyon Arboretum, O‘ahu
 Pu‘unēnē Nichiren Mission, Maui Shingon Shu Hawai‘i Temple Building, O‘ahu (2017)

About the Preservation Honor Awards
Historic Hawai‘i Foundation’s preservation awards have been presented annually since1975. They are Hawaii’s highest recognition of projects that perpetuate, rehabilitate, restore orinterpret the state’s architectural and cultural heritage.

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The honorees are selected by a committee comprised of professionals in architecture, history,planning, landscape architecture, architectural history and media. Each nomination is consideredon its own merits and not in competition with others.

About the Awards Ceremony
The 44th Annual Preservation Honor Awards Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 23,
2018 at Fuller Hall & Courtyard, YWCA Laniakea in Honolulu from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
The event will include a presentation of the awards and reception to follow with heavy pūpū inthe outdoor courtyard. Tickets to the awards ceremony may be purchased for $50 each (HHFmembers & Award Honorees) or $60 (General Admission). A limited number of event
sponsorships are available at the Gold, Silver and Bronze level ($1,500; $1,000 and $750,respectively). Call Historic Hawai‘i Foundation at 808-523-2900 for details.

Reservations and payment may be made at http://2018honorawards.eventbrite.com Deadline tosponsor the event is May 11, 2018. Deadline to purchase tickets is May 16, 2018.
For more information, see www.historichawaii.org or contact Historic Hawai‘i Foundation via
email to Awards@historichawaii.org or by phone to 808-523-2900.

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About Historic Hawai‘i FoundationHistoric Hawaii Foundation: Helping People Preserve Historic Places.
HHF is the only statewide non-profit organization solely dedicated to preserving the historicbuildings, sites, communities and objects that tell the unique stories of Hawai‘i’s multilayeredhistory. Founded in 1974, HHF has become the driving force behind historic preservation in thestate through its core programs of developing a community ethic of historic preservation,
supporting smart legislation, offering educational events and training for local communities andproviding technical assistance to make preservation accessible.
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