Source: Surging News
Author: Xiaozhi
For many tourists, Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii, is a resort to a tropical beach vacation, but for the residents of Hawaii, it is a treasure trove of history.
Its Heritage Museum -Lahaina Heritage Museum, located in the local landmark old court, has collected cultural relics since the Aboriginal period of Hawaii.Its oldest architectural Baldwin Home is the former residence of a doctor Baldwin in the 19th century. He once saved Maid Island from the popularity of smallpox.Its most distinctive relic is the 150 -year -old The Lahaina Banyan Tree, which is planted to commemorate the arrival of Christian missionaries in 1873.
Last Wednesday (August 8), the wildfire caused by the hurricane destroyed Maui, and also razed most of the historical districts of Lahaina, Maojim Island Tourism Center.As the Town of La Haina, which was the center of the mountain fire, it was the old capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii. In 1962, the National Park Administration of the National Park specified Lahea History District as a national historical landmark.The city still preserves the unique classic atmosphere of the local area, and is a leisurely slow -rhythmic city.According to relevant media reports, the inheritance of the Laheine Heritage Museum, Baldwin's House, Laheine Rongshu, and more buildings were damaged or turned into ashes in wild fire.
Including a century -old historic building of Guangdong, the Hetong Hall, this famous Chinese historical museum is not spared in this fire.The Heroes Hall was built in 1912 by Chinese immigrants, recording the historical contribution of Chinese people to the construction of Hawaii, and is also a popular Chinese social and party place.According to relevant media reports, between 1852 and 1898, thousands of Chinese people came to Maoy Island.They settled here to help local tunnels, bridges and irrigation systems.The first floor of the hall is a museum and gift shop, showing Sun Yat -sen related cultural relics.On the second floor is the "Xietian Palace", built -in altar, dedicated to Guan Gong.In the early days, here was the Zhongyi Hall of "Hongmen" disciples worshiped Guan Gong.There is also a kitchen in the courtyard of the hall. It has been used as a screening room before the fire for tourists to enjoy the historical stories of Chinese.
A 150 -year -old giant banyan tree in the city center was also burned by fire.The tree was planted on the first palace site of the Kamihamehaha Great in 1873.The Hawaii Tourism Bureau said that this banyan tree is as large as the urban neighborhood and spread along the front street of the town.
"Baldwin House" is the main office of the Laheine Repair Foundation. From the news photos, it was burned as flat after the roof was on fire.Inside the house, the family of Rev. Dwight Baldwin (Dwight Baldwin) in the house was kept from the wooden rock chairs transported from the east coast, their sons' antique shell collection, and Dr. Baldwin (Dr. Baldwin), a one.Missionary and doctors -medical equipment used to vaccinate ceiling vaccines in most parts of Mao Island.
The roof of the beautiful Old Laheine Court has also disappeared completely, and only the four walls have survived. The court is also the location of the Laheine Heritage Museum.The museum is collected by Hawaiian cultural relics, providing tourists with a comprehensive understanding of the history of the town, including the indigenous period before the colonial and the evolution of missionary efforts, as well as the impact of whaling, planting and tourism on its development.
Local residents described that at the time of the incident, under the blow of the hurricane, the fire blowing through the nearby grassland, growing through this historic tourist town.The local cultural heritage protection agencies and residents hope that after the fire is weakened, at least some buildings can be repaired on the island. "This is the most destructive thing in the history of this town."
Heritage Museum in the Laheine Old Court Building
The Laheine Heritage Museum provides tourists with a comprehensive, interactive way to understand the rich and diverse history of Laheine. From the Aboriginal period of Hawaii to the era of monarchy, including missionaries and whaling periods, from the plantation gardenTime to early tourism.La Haina not only witnessed all this, but also the picturesque village played an important role in the development of the Kingdom of Hawaii, the Republic, and Hawaii.The "Forever Raheine" exhibition in the Heritage Museum is the first time that La Haina's story is told in one place.
The platform on the second floor of the museum has a large -scale map of Maoy Island, which will glow when touching, and the historical watch of Hawaii and the Banner of the Kingdom of Hawaii in 1898 that fluttered over the court.Along the corridor on the first floor shows the black and white photos of Laheine ruins and scenes in the early 20th century, it is sad.The exhibits also include a touch screen and a video about the Hawaiian Islands Ocean Reserve.Because the calm waters of Laheine are the birthplace and breeding place of the North Pacific Whale.
Baldwin's House: Life of Missionary in Hawaii Village
Baldwin's House is the oldest house on the island of Maidi, and it is the iconic building of the long -established Laheine Center.In the initial four rooms, the single-layer structure was built between Revress EPHRAIM Spaulting in 1834-1835 and was called the "Missionary Courtyard" at the time.From this area, you can directly see the anchor where the Lahea Pier and the whaling boat are moored.
When Rev. EPHRAIM Spaulting was born in 1836 and returned to Massachusetts, a medical missionary Rev. Dwatt Baldwin and his family moved to this house, and the legend of the Maoi Island Pioneer began.
The newlywed Yaler's Bald's gentle wife Charlotte Fooler departs from New England, bypassing the Horn of South America. After six months of sailing, she finally arrived at Wahu.They were first sent to Hawaii and arrived in Maoy Island in 1835.The couple had eight children and were born in Hawaii, although two children died of dysentery before the age of three.
With the expansion of their families, the house is also growing.In 1840, a bedroom and a medical study were added. In 1849, the entire second floor was completed, which is the structure that is now seen.The house is facing the prevalence of the ocean. There is a large window in front of it, consisting of 24 -inch thick walls and high ceiling to keep the room cool.
The Baldwin family lived a busy and vibrant life in Laheine. They opened the door to the tired travelers and captains and let them spend the night here.They often receive members of the Hawaii royal family and visiting consuls, which have always been a bustling activity center.
Rev. Baldwin and his wife lived in Laheine until 1868, then moved to Wahu, retired near her daughter.Charlotte Baldwin died at the age of 67, and Dwater Baldwin lived at the age of 88.
In 1967, the heirs of the Baldwin family transferred Baldwin's House to the Laheine Repair Foundation.On the basis of careful literature and archeological research, it was restored to the design of the mid -19th century.There are original photos and cultural relics, as well as donating furniture representing the 1950s.The Baldwin House Museum was recorded in the American Historic Architecture Survey of the United States Congress Library.It will always stay in the public domain as the sincerity to make outstanding contributions to Dr. Baldwin and its outstanding contribution to the Maoy Island community.
Laheine banyan tree: how does it form
On the court square in the center of Laheine, the most striking huge banyan tree is dominant.Its Zhou length is one quarter of miles. The limbs like octopus stretch outward, spreading a huge network composed of branches, leaves and gas roots to the surrounding streets and buildings.It is unusual and almost surreal. It looks more like a magical prop in Tim Burton's movie, not an organic body in real life.How did this "giant" take root in the small port of Laheine?The story is like this:
This tree was planted on the first palace site of Kamihamehaha in 1873.It is now more than 60 feet high. In addition to the huge primitive trunk, there are 46 major trunks, nearly two -thirds of the shade of the tree.The Maoyi County Shushu Teacher Committee carefully maintains the health and shape of this majestic tree.It is the largest banyan tree in the United States.In recent years, the court square has been renamed "Banyan Park" to show commemoration.The Laheine Repair Foundation is responsible for managing the park's venue.
Over the years, Laheine's banyan trees have played many role.First of all, this is a relaxed place.After a long day of sightseeing and shopping, a few benches were scattered under the tent, allowing the tired feet to rest.This is also the favorite of photographers.Long, undulating branches and slender trees constitute an interesting background.It also celebrated its 150th birthday in April this year and was welcomed by tourists and honeymoon.
[Comprehensive compilation reports such as the Lahaina Restational Foundation Foundation Foundation Foundation Foundation Foundation Foundation Foundation Foundation Foundation Foundation Foundation Foundation Foundation Foundation and other comprehensive compilation reports]