Hawai'i, U.S.A. Hawai'i Day : June 27, 1988 Agreement to participate : 13 May 1987 Commissioner - Mr Thom McGarvey Pavilion : Located in USA Pavilion |
The common surfing culture between Australia and Hawai'i was explored in this pavilion, along with static photo montages and audio-visual displays. The development of the surf board in the 20th century was explored through various surfboards on display, as well as the board used by famous Hawai'ian surfer Duke Kahanamoku. Images: [R] Entrance to the Hawai'i Pavilion was located within the U.S.A. Pavilion [L] Illuminated models of the islands of Hawai'i featured with this model of Duke Kahananmoku, who is credited with teaching Australians how to master the waves during his visit to Australia in 1915 Images Courtesy of the McGreevy Collection |