Puʻuwai Haokila:The Story of How Hawaiʻi Shaped Modern Music, a PBS Hawai‘i documentary, reveals how Hawaiian musicians, through their unique sound and invention of the steel guitar, helped shape blues, country and bluegrass. 

Narrated by Raiatea Helm, the film uncovers Hawaiʻi’s deep, global impact on modern music despite the political struggles they faced at home.

Following the screening, join us for a conversation with the filmmaker and featured guests.