Mauna Kea Galleries, Hawaii

Mauna Kea Galleries is the world’s destination for classic Hawaiian paintings and Polynesian artifacts and art. Founded in 1995 by Carolyn Blackburn, Mauna Kea Galleries aims to advance the position of island art and culture by serving as a center dedicated to exhibiting centuries of work by Hawaiian and Polynesian artists. Founder Carolyn Blackburn’s husband, Mark Blackburn, is an acclaimed author and scholar who has written numerous book about Hawaii and Polynesia.

Since its establishment 15 years ago, Mauna Kea Galleries has obtained a wide range of artifacts including vintage jewelry, attire, cookware, weaponry, and objects of art such as artisan lamps and furniture. Mauna Kea Galleries also features historical books and engravings, such as Margaret Mead’s “Coming of Age in Samoa” and Captain Cook’s famous “Voyages.” In addition, Mauna Kea Galleries retails a myriad of Hawaiian and Polynesian collectibles, such as Hula dolls, photographs, and books.

Mauna Kea Galleries boasts an unmatched collection of Hawaiian and Polynesian vintage paintings, presenting esteemed artists such as D. Howard Hitchcock, Lionel Walden, Jules Tavernier, Madge Tennent, and John Kelly. Mauna Kea Galleries encourages all collectors who wish to sell works by these artists to contact Mauna Kea Galleries.

Leading acquisitions at Mauna Kea Galleries, senior certified appraiser Mark Blackburn is well-qualified to evaluate a vast array of Hawaiian and Polynesian collectibles, art, and antiques.

In addition to the headquarters in Honolulu, Hawaii, Mauna Kea Galleries maintains an elegant website that includes a tour of the galleries, educational literature on the exhibitions, and a forum to buy and sell art and other island work. To learn more about Mauna Kea Galleries and its exceptional collection, visit www.maunakeagalleries.com.