Fernhurst and Kokokahi

Aug 20

Written By Kelsey Joy Sablan

1951 - Fernhurst was sold to the Honolulu Rapid Transit Company.

1952 - Fernhurst reopens where it stands today in Makiki, a location selected by Ruth Richards Midkiff. The new building was designed by William Merrill, while Mrs. Midkiff supervised the construction and furnishings.

1955 - Halekipa and Kokokahi merged

1957 - Kokokahi YWCA successfully raised money to build a swimming pool.

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Kelsey Joy Sablan

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