The Projector: History and Hope Mark the Week in Honolulu

Memorializing a Tragic Time Walls near Honouliuli National Monument mark the site of Hawaii's largest internment camp during World War II.
Barbed Wire More than 4,000 prisoners of war and 400 civilians of Japanese descent were held behind barbed wire and block walls.
A Park Now Honouliuli National Monument is overseen by the National Park Service since it was discovered in 2002.
Dedication Dignitaries and other guests gather on Tuesday for the dedication ceremony taking place on the old mess hall slab.
Tears of History Carole Hayashino, president and executive director of the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii during a somber moment at the dedication ceremony.
Hidden from Time The camp closed in 1946 and the site was abandoned and forgotten. It was discovered in 2002 by members of the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii.
Tender Moment U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell hugs a volunteer before the dedication ceremony. Jewell implored people to remember the past so we don't repeat the mistakes in the future.
Closing Ceremony Participants hold hands during the closing ceremony. They sang Hawaii Aloha.
Honoring the Past Gov. David Ige, right, Interior Secretary Sally Jewell and other guests throw rose petals before ending the dedication ceremony.
Basket Case Micronesian art and crafts were on display last weekend at Celebrate Micronesia, a festival at the Honolulu Museum of Art.
Dance of Micronesia The Laledron Dance Group performs at Celebrate Micronesia.
Colorful Costumes Members of the Laledron Dance Group delighted the audience with a sharp performance at the Micronesian festival.
Traditional Dancers Dancers from the Pacific Voices group wait to perform at Celebrate Micronesia.
Youthful Energy Dancers of all ages demonstrated their cultural heritage at the Celebrate Micronesia festival.

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