Nona Beamer: A Legacy of Aloha

Descended from a long line of traditional Hawaiian musicians and dancers, Aunty Nona Beamer confronts the lingering missionary influences in the Twentieth Century as a remarkable woman whose life intertwines with a turbulent era in Hawaiian history. Shaped by these challenges, she also plays a pivotal role in influencing that history, with her enduring impact revealed through heartfelt stories, songs, and hula shared by the many students, friends, and colleagues whose lives she profoundly touches, painting a vivid portrait of her legacy of aloha that resonates with newcomers and those who know her well.