The Project
Preservation Timeline
July 2026 – July 2026
Phase 1Months 0 – 3
- July 4th Dedication Launch and celebration
- Securing permissions and community consultations
- Professional condition assessment
- Baseline documentation and photography
- Design and plan for the HoS Living Resident to be constructed
Phase 2Months 1 – 6
- HoS Museum Conservation planning and architectural design
- Permits, foundation and initial construction of HoS Residents
- Preservation efforts of Artifacts, Documents, Storytelling, etc.
- Grounds preparation for Story Telling & Siva Fale, Botanical garden, Umu
- Material procurement and craftsperson training
- Community engagement programs
Phase 3Months 2 – 11
- Structural stabilisation and repairs
- Plumbing, electrical, roofing, etc.
- Interior and exterior feature conservation
- Ongoing Preservation efforts of Artifacts, Documents, Storytelling, etc.
- Samoan Fountain restoration
- Oral history collection
Phase 4Months 9 – 12
- Grand Opening July 4th 2027
- Final treatments and interpretive materials
- Completed HoS Living Resident
- Ongoing Preservation efforts of Artifacts, Documents, Storytelling, etc.
- Museum Staff and Community supported training and handover
- MESC School Field Trips rotations and continued research
- Sustainability planning
Opportunities available for All organizations, businesses, and individuals interested in supporting and preservation of Pacific Islanders Culture.