Big Island historian Boyd D. Bond will present a history of horses and horsemen of Hawaii — “Horses and Horsemen in Hawaii Neigh!” — from 7-8:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 22, at the Lyman Museum in Hilo.
Big Island historian Boyd D. Bond will present a history of horses and horsemen of Hawaii — “Horses and Horsemen in Hawaii Neigh!” — from 7-8:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 22, at the Lyman Museum in Hilo.
While horses are not indigenous to the islands, after some mustangs were brought in from Monterey in 1803, the Hawaiians quickly took to riding and a wonderful legacy began.
The famous Hawaiian cowboys, the paniolo, depended on the sturdy descendants of this hardy breed.
Other kinds of horses came later for a variety of uses, from pulling trolley cars and merchant wagons to competing in polo matches, riding for pleasure, and carrying pa’u riders in parades.
Since mules are half horse, they will be included in this story as well, along with some of the famous two-legged figures associated with Hawaiian horses. The nationally accredited and Smithsonian-affiliated Lyman Museum showcases the natural and cultural history of Hawaii. at 276 Haili St. Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
For additional information, call 935-5021 or visit www.lymanmuseum.org.