Film Screening & Performance – Paniolo O Hawaii: Cowboys of the Far West
Enjoy the acclaimed documentary “Paniolo O Hawai’i: Cowboys of the Far West,” a captivating look into the origins and enduring spirit of Hawaii’s paniolo.
📅 Thursday, June 26 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🎟️ Included with museum admission | FREE for members
Narrated by Willie Nelson, this award-winning film traces how Mexican vaqueros introduced ranching traditions to the Hawaiian Islands, leading to the development of a unique cowboy culture that blends Western techniques with Hawaiian values and landscapes.
Through rare archival footage, personal stories and musical performances, the film honors the paniolo’s contribution to both Hawaiian heritage and the broader narrative of the American West.
Paired with performances before and after the film by local Pacific Islander Heritage Group Nā Mamo , the screening is an opportunity to celebrate the Paniolo culture.
