An Imparting Landscape: Mural Unveiling & Community Celebration
June 27, 2026 | 3:00–9:00 PM

Join us as we celebrate the completion of An Imparting Landscape, a 500-foot collaborative mural created by ten Hawaiʻi-based and visiting artists across Common Ground’s construction fence. Exploring the ways knowledge, mentorship, and creative traditions are passed from one generation to the next, the project transforms a transitional space into a living work of art.

An Imparting Landscape: Mural Unveiling & Community Celebration

Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 3:00–9:00 PM

Join us for the unveiling of An Imparting Landscape, a 500-foot collaborative mural project featuring ten artists from Hawaiʻi and beyond. Throughout the afternoon and evening, guests are invited to explore the mural, hear directly from participating artists, and engage in conversations around mentorship, creativity, and cultural connection.

Program Schedule

3:00–4:00 PM
Guided Mural Tour
Walk the length of the mural alongside participating artists and hear the stories, inspirations, and relationships embedded within each section of the work.

4:15–5:00 PM
State Foundation on Culture and the Arts Presentation
Join Executive Director Karen Ewald and the SFCA team for a conversation about supporting contemporary arts across Hawaiʻi and expanding opportunities for artists throughout the islands.

5:15–6:15 PM
Artist Panel Discussion
Moderated by Solomon Enos, participating artists will discuss the theme of An Imparting Landscape, their creative process, and the role of mentorship, community, and place in their work.

6:30–7:15 PM
Film Screening: ‘A’ā: An Islands Twinkle
A presentation by artist Chris Miyashiro exploring Hawaiʻi’s evolving cultural and artistic landscape through film.

7:30–9:00 PM
Lo-Fi Gathering & Closing Celebration
An evening of music with DJ Laʻakea Aikau and DJ Morgan, projection art installations, food and drinks available for purchase, and time to connect with artists and community members.

Free and open to the public.
Presented in partnership with the Hawaiʻi State Foundation on Culture and the Arts and Capitol Modern.