Talk Story Thursdays at the Hui: Dr. Arthur Medeiros

In conjunction with the captivating Mālama Wao Akua native species art exhibit currently at the Hui Noʻeau, East Maui Watershed Partnership and Hui Noʻeau are excited to present an engaging in-person lecture series.

Each of these talks will provide different thought provoking discussions, each led by experts who are passionate individuals dedicated to their environmental causes. Gain insights into the latest environmental challenges and solutions and get inspired by stories of resilience and conservation stewardship.

Dr. Arthur Medeiros, among Maui’s most accomplished biologists, has spent his career fascinated with the ‘beautiful details’ of Hawaiʻi’s native plants and animals, both their science and the cultural connections with the ‘people of old’. Formerly working with Haleakalā National Park and the U.S. Geological Survey, Art founded the Auwahi project, the Leeward Haleakalā Watershed Restoration Partnership, and the Pu’u-o-kali Wiliwili Reserve. The Auwahi project, started 25 years ago, was the first attempt on Maui to see if damaged native watershed forests could be restored, something of growing importance in a changing world. Art says that this is the best part of his career, in that he works with young people, colleagues, volunteers, and a landowner in ‘Ulupalakua Ranch that authentically care about Hawaiʻi’s resources and are really willing to make a stand and do something about it.

The talks will be happening at the Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center. For more information visit here.