Gokurōsama: Contemporary Photographs of the Nisei in Hawai`i
August 16 - October 15, 2008
Inspired by the hard work and sacrifice of the Nisei, second generation Japanese in Hawai‘i, Honolulu photographer Brian Y. Sato was determined to capture this slowly disappearing generation—who are nearing eighty-five years old or older—on black-and-white film. Starting in 2003, Sato photographed more than 70 Nisei statewide. Now, Sato is presenting his work in the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai‘i’s (JCCH) traveling exhibition, "Gokurōsama: Contemporary Photographs of the Nisei in Hawai‘i." The Lyman Museum is proud to host this important work. Sponsored by Liam and Lori Tomoyasu McGee in honor of their Nisei parents, Maxine and the late Mervin Tomoyasu.
Key Ingredients: America by Food
October 31, 2008 through January 31, 2009
This exhibit explores the connections between Americans and the foods they produce, prepare, preserve, and present at table – a provocative and thoughtful look at the historical, regional, and social traditions that merge in everyday meals and celebrations. It is the newest exhibition of Museum on Main Street, a partnership of the Smithsonian Institution and state humanities councils in service to museums and citizens of rural America. Through a selection of artifacts, photographs and illustrations, “Key Ingredients” examines how culture, ethnicity, landscape and tradition influence the foods and flavors enjoyed across the nation. The exhibition looks at the evolution of the American kitchen and how food industries have responded to the technological innovations that have enabled Americans to choose from an ever-wider variety of frozen, prepared and fresh foods. “Key Ingredients” at the Lyman Museum will feature a local food component, “Hawai`i by Food: A Celebration of Hawai`i’s Food Culture,” that will highlight the progression of food trends in Hawai`i from the plantation days to the Hawai`i Regional Cuisine movement. Special events will be announced soon. Also, be sure to check out the exhibition website.